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Candidates call for clearer policy, education and enforcement to curb vaping and substance use in schools
Summary
At the May 5 forum, board candidates said vaping, marijuana and alcohol use in middle and high school bathrooms is a known problem; they recommended clearer written policies, consistent enforcement, student education and partnerships with community groups.
Candidates acknowledged vaping and other substance use in school bathrooms as a recurring problem and described several responses they would support.
Speakers said a written, district‑wide plan is needed that sets clear expectations for students and staff and spells out consequences. Candidates discussed enforcement tools already in use and mentioned detectors in some locations as an initial step; several also emphasized education programs for students and outreach to parents. Candidates suggested the district could work with PTSA partners and local public‑health groups to bring prevention and education resources into schools, and urged consistent application of discipline policies rather than ad‑hoc responses.
No candidate advocated a sole reliance on punitive measures; several said family engagement and prevention are also key. The forum recorded no formal policy votes or directives — candidates described positions they would support if elected.
