Use Of Tobacco On School Property

The board of directors recognizes that to protect students from exposure to the addictive substance of nicotine, employees and officers of the school district, and all members of the community, have an obligation as role models to refrain from tobacco use on school property.

Smoking or any other use of tobacco products shall be prohibited on school district property. This shall include all district buildings, grounds and district-owned vehicles.

Notices advising district employees and patrons of this policy shall be posted in appropriate locations in all district buildings and at other district facilities as determined by the superintendent. Employee and student handbooks shall include notice that using tobacco on school property is prohibited. Employees and students are subject to discipline for violations of this policy, and school district employees are responsible for the enforcement of the policy.

Cross References:

(cf. 3241 Corrective Actions or Punishment)

(cf. 5281 Disciplinary Action and Discharge)

Legal References:

RCW 28A.210.310 Prohibition on use of tobacco products on school property

RCW 70.155.080 Purchasing, obtaining or possessing tobacco

[c.133 L98] by Minors - Civil infraction

Management Resources:

PNA 9806.04 Department of Education issues religion guidelines

Adoption Date: 12-18-00

St. John - Endicott Cooperative Schools