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Public commenter tells school board vaping "is out of control"; trustees promise follow-up
Summary
A resident urged Stanley County School District 57‑1 trustees to take stronger steps against student vaping after recounting a THC vape incident and emergency‑room visit; administrators said vaping is a daily issue and the board agreed to place the matter on a future agenda.
A public commenter at the Stanley County School District 57‑1 board meeting told trustees the student vaping problem has become pervasive and described an episode in which a student returned from a volleyball tournament appearing intoxicated. "The vaping deal is out of control," the commenter said, adding that products are being marketed to children and can be concealed in clothing.
Board members pressed administration for details. One trustee asked how often staff encounter vaping; an administrator responded that it is frequent—"how many times a day"—and that a targeted contraband sweep could turn up "3 to 10" contraband devices. The commenter said home drug tests cost about $25 for a five‑panel kit and urged stiffer penalties and greater parental involvement.
The board accepted the account without making immediate policy changes but said it would follow up. Chair (functional) said the board and administrators would "definitely look into" the reports and suggested placing the issue on a future agenda so the district can consider options, including tighter rules for athletic eligibility and stronger enforcement measures. Administrators noted staffing and supervision constraints and said they would report back with possible steps and resources for enforcement and parent education.
