OAR 581-022-2045: Substance Use Prevention and Intervention Plan

(1) Each school district shall develop a comprehensive plan for substance use prevention and intervention program which shall include, but not be limited to: (a) Instruction in the effects of substances, including tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs, as an integral part of the district's K–12 comprehensive health education program. In addition, at least annually, all high school students, grades 9–12 shall receive age-appropriate instruction about drug and alcohol prevention (A) The age-appropriate curriculum for this instruction shall: (i) Align with State Board adopted Health Education Academic Content Standards; (ii) Emphasize prevention strategies; (iii) Be reviewed and updated annually to reflect current research; (iv) Include the effects of alcohol, tobacco and other drug use, including the dangers of synthetic opioids, including fentanyl or any substituted derivative of fentanyl, counterfeit and fake drugs, anabolic steroids, and performance-enhancing and controlled substances; (v) Include all laws relating to the use, especially by minors, of alcohol and other illegal drugs, including laws that provide immunity or other protections for persons who report drug or alcohol use or who seek medical treatment for drug or alcohol overdoses for themselves or others; (vi) Include the availability of school and community resources; and (vii) Incorporate curricula supplements provided by the Oregon Department of Education that focus on the dangers of synthetic opioids, including fentanyl, and on laws that provide immunity and other protections. The supplements shall be utilized annually in grades 6-8 and at least once in grades 9-12. (B) The instructional program shall include activities which will assist students in developing and reinforcing skills to: (i) Understand and manage peer pressure; (ii) Understand the consequences of consuming alcohol and other drugs; (iii) Make informed and responsible decisions; and (iv) Motivate students to adopt positive attitudes towards health and wellness. (b) Policies, rules, and procedures which: (A) Include a philosophy statement relating to drug-free schools and the established tobacco-free policies and procedures for students, staff and visitors. (B) Define the nature and extent of the district's program, including a plan to access and use federal funds; (C) State that alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use by student is illegal and harmful; (D) In accordance with OAR 581-021-0050 and 581-021-0055, indicate the consequences for using and/or selling alcohol and other drugs, including the specific rule of the school as it relates to law enforcement agencies; (E) Describe the district's intervention and referral procedures, including those for drug-related medical emergencies; (F) Indicate clearly that the school district's jurisdiction includes all school sponsored events including student activities; and (G) Are reviewed and updated annually. (c) A public information program for students, parents, and district staff. (2) The district's substance use prevention and intervention plan shall be approved by the school district board after consultation from parents, teachers, students, school administrators, local community agencies, and persons from the health or alcohol and drug service community who are knowledgeable of the latest research information. (3) Staff development in the district shall: (a) Inform all staff of the district plan and their responsibilities within that plan; and (b) Provide alcohol and drug abuse prevention education to all staff.