NEPN/NSBA Code: ADC

MSAD #37 POLICY

Tobacco Use and Possession

In order to promote the health and safety of all students and staff and to promote the cleanliness of all facilities, MSAD #37 prohibits smoking and the use of all other tobacco products in school buildings and facilities, on school buses during school-sponsored events, and at all other times on school grounds by all persons, including students and employees.

In addition, students are further prohibited from possessing, selling, distributing or dispensing tobacco products in school buildings and facilities, on school grounds and buses, during school-sponsored events and at all other times on school grounds.

The school unit’s policy and corresponding disciplinary actions for infractions of this policy shall be printed in employee and student handbooks. Parents/guardians shall also be sent notification of the tobacco policy and administrative procedures.

Legal References:

22 MRSA §1578-B
ME PL 470 (An Act to Reduce Tobacco Use By Minors)
20 USC 6081 (Pro-Children Act of 1994—Goals 2000)

Adopted:  August 28, 1996

Revised:  March 29, 2000

 

 

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