Drug+Free+Workplace

The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of alcohol, controlled substances and illicit drugs is prohibited on the premises of or as part of any school activity of the Thompson School District R2-J. Illicit drug use is the use of illegal drugs and the abuse of alcohol and other drugs, including anabolic steroids. Controlled substances are drugs specifically identified and regulated under federal law and include, but are not limited to, opiates, narcotics, cocaine, amphetamine and other stimulants, depressants, hallucinogenic substances and marijuana. This policy shall apply to all school district employees. In order to promote a healthy environment for students, the use or abuse of alcohol is prohibited on district premises or as part of any activity involving students, as is the use or abuse of alcohol within a reasonable time before appearing on such premises or engaging in such activity. Observance of this policy is a condition of employment. A violation shall subject the employee to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination and referral for prosecution. Disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with Policy GBCBA* and other applicable Board policies. In appropriate circumstances, disciplinary sanctions may include the completion of an approved drug or alcohol abuse assistance or rehabilitation program.
 * DRUG FREE WORKPLACE **

In order to promote a safe and healthy environment for students and staff, the Board of Education prohibits the use of tobacco products on district property. This prohibition applies to staff, students, and members of the general public. As an educational organization, the Thompson School District will discourage students from using tobacco by providing positive adult examples and effective anti-tobacco educational programs. For purposes of this policy, the following definitions shall apply; fuller definitions may be found in state law. 1. “District property” shall mean all property owned, leased, rented or otherwise used by the district, including but not limited to the following: a) The interior portions of any building or other structure; b) All grounds over which the district exercises control, including areas around any buildings, playgrounds, athletic fields, recreation areas and parking areas; c) All vehicles used by the district. 2. “Tobacco” shall include all kinds and forms of tobacco as well as cloves or any other product packaged for smoking.  3. “Use” shall mean lighting, chewing, inhaling, or smoking any tobacco product.  Signs shall be posted in prominent places on all school property to notify the public that smoking or other use of tobacco products is prohibited in accordance with state law and this policy. Any member of the general public considered by the superintendent or his designee to be in violation of this policy shall be instructed to leave school district property.  This policy shall be published in employee handbooks, posted on bulletin boards, and announced at staff meetings. Employees found to be in violation of this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action.
 * TOBACCO-FREE SCHOOLS/WORK PLACE **