What are some key elements of a student drug-testing policy?
The components below may be useful when thinking about developing a student drug-testing (SDT) policy. The list should not be viewed as legal advice, and any school or district interested in starting a program should obtain qualified legal advice. All SDT policies must also be approved by the school board. The key components of successful programs include, but are not limited to: • Statement of need, usually based on local statistics or school survey of drug abuse • School’s position on substance abuse • Type of student drug-testing program, including what type of screen will be used • Information on the testing procedure, such as • Guidelines for testing location that emphasize privacy and minimal intrusion • Use of chain-of-custody documentation for the specimen • Requirement to report in confidence legally prescribed medications only to a Medical Review Officer • Use of a Medical Review Officer to confirm a positive drug test • School’s responsibilities to ensure student rights, suc
The components below may be useful when thinking about developing a student drug-testing (SDT) policy. The list should not be viewed as legal advice, and any school or district interested in starting a program should obtain qualified legal advice. All SDT policies must also be approved by the school board. The key components of successful SDT policies include, but are not limited to: • Statement of need, usually based on local statistics or school survey of drug abuse • School’s position on substance abuse • Type of student drug-testing program, including what type of screen will be used • Information on the testing procedure, such as • Guidelines for testing location that emphasize privacy and minimal intrusion • Use of chain-of-custody documentation for the specimen • Requirement to report in confidence legally prescribed medications only to a Medical Review Officer • Use of a Medical Review Officer to confirm a positive drug test • School’s responsibilities to ensure student rights,
