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CNG HIGH SCHOOL DRUG AND ALCOHOL TEST PROTOCOL The following drug and alcohol test protocols outline the CNG policy and protocols that are required of students and their families. These procedures are in accordance with the drug and alcohol prevention policies of CNG as found in the Matriculation Contract and the Community Handbook. We are dedicated to protecting, educating, and supporting our community members who may be struggling with this serious matter; however, serious engagement in and commitment to the programs being required will be necessary. Drug & Alcohol Test Procedure The High School is to regularly and randomly test 9-12th grade students for drugs and/or alcohol according to the following procedure: 1. The Associate Principal , with the Personera as a witness, will generate a list of 10-20 random students for drug and/or alcohol testing. 2. The list of students will be provided to the counselors who will then eliminate 20% of the names and give the finalized list back to the Associate Principal. The counselors may eliminate names of those students of whom they are aware might already be dealing with and seeking help for drug and/or alcohol addiction. 3.The finalized list of students will be given to the Health Zone team in advance in order for them to prepare the necessary testing equipment and environment. 4.The list of students will also be shared with the attendance office who will prepare and deliver the notes in an unobtrusive manner to the students in a staggered time frame during the pre- determined testing window. 5. The students will then report to the Health Zone at which time they will be tested in the company of a Health Zone member as well as either the High School Associate Principal or High School Counselor. These tests will be administered in a private area of the Health Zone to allow for greater privacy. 6. Refusal of a student to agree to drug and/ or alcohol testing will result in an Administrative review process with the student and parent(s) to determine next steps related to prevention, intervention, and potential disciplinary consequences for failure to comply with school policy, protocols, and action plans to address the issue. 7. Proceeding each test, the original note, signed and time-stamped by the Health Zone member, will be handed back to the student and the student will discreetly return to class. 8. The Nurse will relay the test results immediately to the Associate Principal or Counselor present who will then report this directly to the Principal. 9. If, after a student receives a note to report for drug/alcohol testing, the student comes forward stating that they may test positive to the test, their candor will be noted, but they will still be asked to follow through with the drug and alcohol test procedure. 10. The administration will reserve the right to randomly or selectively test students as a preventative measure |
Positive Test Result Procedure A positive test result to drugs and/or alcohol will result in the following after a first offense: 1. A meeting between the student and a High School Administrator. 2. A phone call to the parents by a High School Administrator. 3. A meeting with the student, parents, and High School Administrator to discuss the incident and provide the student with a right to defense and due–process considerations. 4. Depending on the findings at the meeting, the Administration will determine whether or not an Offense occurred and, if so, the consequence(s) as outlined in the Honor Code. 5. The requirement for the student to meet on a regular basis with their High School Counselor upon return from suspension. 6. The recommendation that the parents seek professional help from a specialist and continue this help throughout the next 12 months. 7. The agreement to be drug and/or alcohol tested on a regular basis for the next 12 months. At minimum this includes a random drug and/ or alcohol test every 2-3 months. A positive test result to drugs and/or alcohol will result in the following after a second offense: 1.A meeting between the student and a High School Administrator. 2. A phone call to the parents by a High School Administrator. 3. A meeting with the student, parents, and High School Administrator to discuss the incident and provide the student with a right to defense and due–process considerations. 4. Depending on the findings at the meeting, the Administration will determine whether or not an Offense occurred and, if so, the consequence(s) as outlined in the Honor Code. 5. The requirement for the student to meet on a regular basis with their High School Counselor upon return from suspension. 6. The recommendation that the parents seek professional help from a specialist and continue this help throughout the student’s duration at CNG. 7. The agreement to be drug and/or alcohol tested on a regular basis throughout the student’s duration at CNG. At minimum this includes a random drug and/or alcohol test every 2-3 months. As per the signed Matricular Hold Contract, a third positive drug and/or alcohol test may result in a disciplinary process that could lead to a recommendation for expulsion or the inability for the student to matriculate the following school year. When a member of the CNG community brings forward a concern about a student in regards to drug and/or alcohol use, the administration and/or counselors will investigate as necessary and proceed with the Drug and Alcohol Test Procedure. No mention will be made to the student that this was a direct referral unless determined necessary by the principal. In this case the Principal would simply state that the referral came from a community member. If, without being prompted by receiving a note to report for drug and/or alcohol testing, a student comes forward to the administration and/or counselors expressing self-concern in regards to drugs and/or alcohol usage or addiction a different series of procedures would be followed. Possible steps could be, but not limited to, meetings with the student and/or parents, recommended professional help from a specialist, a Behavioral Contract Letter, and/or disciplinary actions from school. |
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SEARCH OF BACKPACK, PHONE, AND/OR LOCKER PROCEEDINGS Backpack Search 1. The Administrator should invite the student into the office and ensure another adult is present. 2. Administrator should request the student to open his/her backpack. a. If a student agrees, the backpack is opened and searched by the Administrator. b. If a student refuses, the student’s parents are to be called and asked to come to school to meet with the Administrator, second adult, and student.
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Phone Search Follow the same procedures as for “Backpack Search.” 3. In case the phone is needed regarding a Child Protection case (potential grave offense with legal implication): The Administrator handling the case will need to wrap the cell phone in aluminum foil so that the photos cannot be taken off the phone via the web. The cell phone should then be locked in a drawer with access only by the School Director. The CNG Designated Safeguarding Lead and/or the CNG Deputy Safeguarding Lead should be informed of the case and will then provide follow up if required. 4. Students must allow his/her phone to be opened in order for information on the phone to be searched. 5. It is better to ask what might be found on the cell phone, instead of to begin looking at pictures, information, etc. Locker Search 1. Administrator should meet the student at his/ her locker and ensure another adult is present. 2. Administrator should request the student to open his/her locker. As the locker is school property, we have the right to look at it, but prefer to have the student present. 3. NOTE: Children and Adolescents: Police can be involved but this is only done as a last resort. If the Administrator feels it is critical to get the information/search the locker, the School Director needs to be consulted and will make the final decision. |
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SECURITY PROCEDURES REGARDING SECURITY FOOTAGE CNG Security procedures Regarding Video 1. For any faculty member, student or parent who has a concern about something that happened on campus (theft, bullying, inappropriate behavior, etc.), they should file a report to the appropriate person: • Valuable item - Security Office on the third floor of the Administrative Building • Behavior/Investigation - Building Principal 2. For Missing Valuable Items, the Security Office will utilize its systems to do everything possible to locate the missing item. At times the Security Office may assist with the location of phones or other technology through search applications to find where the device is located. |
3. For Behavior/Investigation, the Associate Principal or Principal will review the report, investigate , and determine if video footage is needed. If video footage is needed, the Administrator will reach out to the Security Office with the details so the video can be given an initial review. 4. Security videos are only reviewed by
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SYSTEMS FOR GREATER ACCOUNTABILITY FOR CNG STUDENT-ATHLETES Eligibility Standards In order to represent CNG, all student-athletes must meet the following Eligibility Standards: Academic Eligibility Students must maintain a 2.8 GPA, have no academic grades below 2.5, in order to participate in athletics and co-curricular activities. Academic standing will be based on the most recent completed quarter and mid-season checks. Students not meeting academic standing will be ineligible for playing or practicing until grades are raised and/or a written plan of improvement has been completed. Improvement plans must be developed by the teacher(s), head coach, and Athletics Office. The appropriate Division Administrator must approve the final plan. Behavior Eligibility Students are expected to demonstrate high standards of behavior. A serious offence or multiple minor offenses may lead to suspension from one or more games and/or practices. Students suspended from school will not be allowed to participate in co-curricular activities for a given period determined by the Administration. Division level administration will decide if individual students on Behavior Probation, Behavior Advisement, or Matriculation Hold may participate based on the student’s developmental level, the seriousness of the offense(s), and the student prior record. Attendance Eligibility School Attendance - Students are expected to demonstrate responsibility in school. Students with excessive unexcused tardies and/or absences will face restrictions or suspension from athletic activities. On the days of sport or organization events, students must attend all classes in order to participate. Practice Attendance- Commitment to a sport means attending the scheduled practices. Students who miss practice will have, as a minimum, decreased playing time. A consistent lack of attendance may result in removal from the playing team.
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Following the policy of progressive discipline outlined in the CNG Code of Honor, the Division Administrator and Director of Athletics will determine the appropriate level of placement based on the severity of the offense(s) and the student’s prior disciplinary record: 1. Level 1 of eligibility standards -- A minimum of one missed game, written plan created, and student placed on Athletic Probation 2. Level 2 of eligibility standards -- A minimum of two weeks of missed practices and games. The student may not attend Binationals or any athletic event involving travel. 3. Level 3 of eligibility standards-- Removal from the team for the remainder of the school year. The student will be prohibited from all extracurricular activities during this time. Exceptions to minimum eligibility rules may only be made in special cases as determined by a Review Committee composed of at least one administrator, as well as teachers, sponsors and/or coaches as dictated by the necessities of the case. The Division Administrator will review and approve the final decision. Eligibility Review Schedule The schedule for eligibility review will take place at the end of all marking periods, at the beginning of seasons, at the start of the quarterfinals, and before all tournaments. Signed Student-Athlete and Parent Agreements CNG student-athletes are required to demonstrate good behavior and sportsmanship in games. Additionally, as outlined in our CNG Code of Honor and Disciplinary Policy, all members of the school community must also demonstrate appropriate behavior at athletic events. As a result, student-athletes as well as their coaches and parents are also required to serve as role models at sporting events and to follow the school Honor Code. Signed agreements will be required for participation in the sports program as well as attendance at in-school and out-of-school events. Board Approved Policy 10 June 2019 |
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SKYWARD OFFENSES WITH CNG CODE OF HONOR INFRACTIONS CROSSWALK
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