Substance Abuse Policy
The schools of the Intermediate Unit Consortium and the Diocese of Pittsburgh, recognizing that chemical abuse is a serious problem, adopt the position that students must be chemically free to develop in the most productive manner.It is therefore, the intent of this policy to prevent and to prohibit the possession, use, sale, distribution and/or intent of distribution of any illegal or controlled mood-altering medication or chemical. These are prohibited on school property and at any school sponsored event.
Violations of this policy may result in the following consequences:
1. Appropriate disciplinary response consistent with each
individual school's philosophy
2. Notification of parent/guardian
3. Notification of municipal authorities when appropriate
4. Suspension or expulsion from school
5. Referral of student to appropriate drug and alcohol agency
This policy will be implemented through the cooperation efforts of administration, faculty, parent/guardian, staff, student and community.
