Common use of DRUG POLICY Clause in Contracts

DRUG POLICY. In accordance with Federal law, the Ridgedale Local Board of Education prohibits the use, possession, concealment, or distribution of drugs by employees on school grounds, in school or school-approved vehicles, or at any school-related event. Drugs include any alcoholic beverage, anabolic steroid, dangerous controlled substance as defined by state statute or substance that could be considered as a “look-alike” controlled substance. Compliance with this policy is mandatory for all staff members. Any part-time or full-time employee who violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action, in accordance with due process, up to and including termination. When appropriate or required by law, the District will also notify law enforcement officials. The District is concerned about any staff member who is a victim of alcohol or drug abuse, and will facilitate the process by which he/she receives help through programs and services available in the community. A staff member should contact his/her supervisor or the Superintendent’s Office whenever such help is needed. All contact will be treated confidentially. Any staff member who is in need of help, and makes the request in writing, shall be permitted to use accumulated sick leave and enter a program as an “out” or “in” patient. The program shall be approved by the Board.