# Tobacco, Drug, and Alcohol Student Policy

It is the intent of MPCS to provide a safe and healthy environment for its students based on godly principles. Accordingly, the following policy is set forth:

• A student shall not possess any type of tobacco products (including any form of e-cigarettes/vaping devices) on school property or when being transported to and from school. This includes all educational activities, school-sponsored events, field trips, athletic functions, or while participating in an activity under the direct supervision of a school staff member.

• A student shall not possess, sell, use, transmit, or be under the influence of any narcotic drugs, hallucinogenic drugs, amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine, marijuana, e-cigarettes, controlled substances, alcoholic beverages, anabolic steroids, or intoxicants of any kind on or off school campus while a student of MPCS.

Non-school related: Confirmation of any students violating the MPCS drug policy will also result in disciplinary action by the school administration. Consequences of such violations will depend on the scope and nature of the infraction.

Drug and alcohol screening for students at MPCS may be required at the discretion of administration and may be requested without prior notice. Screening may be performed at the school or by the school staff; however, the administration may refer the student to an approved outside medical facility or physician for this screening at the discretion of the school administration. Any results will be sent directly to the school’s administration for review. Parents will be informed of the results of the testing by the school’s administration. The parents will be responsible for the costs of these procedures.

For more information about assistance to enroll in tobacco cessation, please visit the MPCS school clinic or human resources office, who can offer information about such programs.