According to a report from HCSD, an increasing number of students are using electronic vaping devices that contain THC.
At the final school board meeting on Tuesday, four students were suspended from the district for substance-related illegal activity. Superintendent Stuart Pratt stated that two of the students will be suspended for an entire calendar year.
THC or Delta 8 are chemical compounds commonly found in marijuana or "weed" that can have physiological and psychological effects on users, potentially leading to a feeling of excitement. Delta 8 is considered a controlled substance.
We have no place in the learning environment. We are asking parents to provide us with some support and have a dialogue with their children about this issue. Do not bring these items from our vanity to school, as the consequences are severe.
The spokesperson explained that the confiscated electronic vaping devices may appear to be regular everyday items such as pens or charging sticks.
Electronic cigarette devices are exactly what we are referring to. One thing we have discovered is that these devices have interchangeable parts and can be accompanied by a cartridge that may contain THC," stated the Superintendent. "In Arkansas, it is strictly prohibited to possess tobacco or any similar products on school grounds, and for those under 21, it is also prohibited.
Considering the illegal activities among minors and on public school campuses within the state, the leadership of Harrison School intends to maintain a strict stance on such equipment.
The law does not allow this, and if you pass it on to other students, that constitutes distribution," said the Superintendent. "We are concerned about the students' education and they will now miss school time, which is not the environment we want them to be in.
Jackson Park is a senior student at Harrison High School who claims to have never come into contact with any prohibited substances. He attributes this to the fact that he hangs out with a crowd that is always on the move.
Yes, most of my friends wouldn't usually do that," Parker said. "You hear rumors that it happened, but once again, I didn't see it firsthand. I'm now a senior in college, so I don't go to school as often as I used to.
Concerning the district, it is shocking that they ultimately want their children to attend school, but those who possess these items, particularly those attempting to distribute controlled substances, will face severe disciplinary action.
Parents have invested a significant amount of funds to ensure a quality education system," said Dr. Pratt. "These devices do not contribute to the ultimate goal. Therefore, we are simply asking parents to collaborate with us, to have discussions with their children, so that we can spread this message from the school and focus on student learning.
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