High School Handbook - River Dell Regional School District

DRUG ABUSE POLICY AND PROCEDURES
(ABSTRACT)
The Board prohibits the use, possession, and/or distribution of any drug, alcohol, tobacco, or steroids on school premises, at
any event away from the school premises that is sponsored by this Board, and on any vehicle provided by this Board
transporting students to and from school or any school activity. Compliance with a drug-free standard of conduct at all school
functions is mandatory for all students. Students suspected of being involved with drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or steroids will be
identified, evaluated, and reported in accordance with the law. Assessment will be provided by individuals who are certified by
the New Jersey State Board of Examiners as substance awareness coordinators or by individuals who are appropriately
certified by the New Jersey Board of Examiners and trained in alcohol and other drug abuse prevention. A student who uses,
possesses, or distributes drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or steroids on school premises or while attending a school-sponsored
activity, will be subject to discipline, which may include suspension or expulsion, and may be reported to appropriate law
enforcement officers. Students suspected of involvement with drugs, alcohol, or steroids will be offered appropriate treatment
and remediation. Treatment services for students who are affected by alcohol or other drug use will be provided by individuals
who are certified as substance awareness coordinators or who are otherwise appropriately trained in drug and alcohol
prevention, intervention, and follow-up. The complete policy/procedure can be obtained in the Board of Education
Office, file code 5131.6.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
The use of electronic communication and entertainment devices is not permitted at school during the school day. Students will
surrender them to the school authorities and will be referred to the appropriate administrator for discipline.
Students are not permitted to carry pagers or “beepers” at school. To do so is a violation of NJ Statute 2C:33-19.
The use or open display of cellular phones in the building during school hours is prohibited.
EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSINGS
In the event it becomes necessary not to open school because of inclement weather or other emergencies, a special
announcement will be made over radio WOR (710 AM), WCBS (880 AM), WINS (1010), Jukebox Radio (103.1 FM), NJ12
News, the Internet www.weatherclosings.com, www.WOR710.com, www.1010WINS.com. and Cable stations from River
Edge and Oradell.
The fire siren will be blown in Oradell at 7:15 am to announce the closing of the River Dell Regional Schools. The number to
call for school closings is 261-4230 or 261-4231.
Parents and students should call the school (599-7200) for information concerning school closing during inclement weather.
Listen to the message on voice mail.
EXAMS – MID TERMS & FINALS
Any student absent from an exam MUST present a note from a parent/guardian prior to the make up exam to the
Attendance Officer. Students will not be permitted into a make up exam without this note. Students must have their
textbook(s) or a check for the replacement of texts or materials as an admission ticket to the scheduled Exam. If text(s),
materials or payment is not presented at the beginning of the exam, the student will not be admitted to the actual exam. They
will need to then take their exam during the scheduled make up exam time.
EXTRA HELP
Extra help is available before and after school or by special arrangement. Students should contact the teacher to make these
arrangements.
24