Tobacco Products, Electronic Cigarettes, and Electronic Vaporizers
PROHIBITION OF TOBACCO AND VAPING DEVICES
Safety Commitment and Legal Compliance
The school is committed to maintaining a safe, orderly, clean, and inviting environment. This policy supports the Board of Education’s commitment and complies with state laws prohibiting the selling/distribution of tobacco to minors and federal law prohibiting smoking in all school buildings.
**Students are prohibited from using or possessing any tobacco product or electronic cigarette/vaping device.**
Definition and Scope of Policy
Definition of Electronic Cigarette/Vaping Device:
A cigarette-shaped device containing a nicotine-based liquid or THC substance that is vaporized and inhaled, used to simulate the experience of smoking tobacco.
Prohibition Applies In All Situations:- (1) In any school building, school vehicle, or on the school grounds at any time.
- (2) At any school-related activity, including athletic events.
- (3) At any time when the student is subject to the supervision of school personnel, including school trips.