Hello BFA Students and Families,
In my welcome letter at the beginning of the year, I said that the high school would be installing vape detectors in our bathrooms. Installation has taken longer than expected.
As of Monday, 11/11/2024, the vape detectors will be turned on and we will be responding to them. I am reaching out to highlight some of the process and consequences, all of which are outlined in our Handbook (pg. 37- 38):
When there is suspicion of using, or being in possession of, substances, the administration can question a student regarding suspected use.
a vape detector going off while a student is in the bathroom is "reasonable grounds for suspecting" and may trigger a request to search
Administration will follow Maple Run’s Search and Seizure Policy if needed.
Please take note of the Failure to Comply section.
Being in Possession of substances or paraphernalia is treated the same as Substance Use.
Consequences vary for the type of substance (nicotine, drug) as well as the number of instances.
Please see p.37-38 of the Handbook.
Administration will notify parents/guardians of violations and/or searches.
Please reach out to me, Principal Polly Rico, or Assistant Principal John Bratko if you have any questions. BFA has resources to assist people who need support.
Sincerely,
Polly Rico, Principal