DRUG FREE SCHOOLS STATEMENT

The Gwinnett County Board of Education is concerned about the well being of its students and employees. The Board of Education recognizes that establishing a drug-free environment encourages student and employee productivity and promotes the accomplishment of the school system’s mission and goals. In accordance, the Board of Education declares the following:

• The use of illicit drugs and the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful.
• Standards of conduct prohibit the unlawful possession, use, manufacture, distribution, or dispensation of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on school premises, in route to and from school, or as part of any school sponsored activity.
• Disciplinary actions as described by the Student Conduct Behavior Policy (Policy JDC) will be imposed on students who violate these standards of conduct. Employees should refer to Gwinnett County Public Schools’ policies and procedures for pertinent disciplinary sanctions.
• Information about drug and alcohol counseling, rehabilitation, and re-entry programs is available through school counselors, administrators, and from the Staff Benefits/Risk Management office.

If you think or know that someone is carrying a weapon, drugs, or alcohol on school property, please call 770-822-6513. This is a CONFIDENTIAL HOTLINE. You do not have to give your name.