Transcript Wise Up Presentations

Are Substances a Problem
for our Students?
National admitted use, 2013, grades 9-12*
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Inhalants
Prescription drugs without
a prescription
Cocaine/Crack
Tobacco
Marijuana
Alcohol
*CDC, Surveillance Surveys, Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance (YRBBS), 2013
8.9%
17.8%
5.5%
41.1%
40.7%
66.2%
Texas substance abuse, grades 7-12
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Inhalants
Illicit Drugs
Cocaine/Crack
Marijuana
Alcohol
Tobacco
*Texas School Survey of Substance Use, 2012
15.7%
27.3%
4.6%
26.2%
57.5%
27.7%
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First use by students in grades 7-12:
• 40%
Tobacco before age 13
• 49%
Alcohol before age 13
• 26%
Marijuana before age 13
*Texas School Survey of Substance Use, 2010
IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO INTERVENE
• Always express an interest.
• Children often imitate behaviors.
• Education and communication are the keys.
• Be alert to change.
• Monitor what children are doing.
• Don’t assume it can’t happen.
• Set aside time for family.
Family Circle, “The Agony What Every Parent Must Know”. April, 2002.
Do you know what illegal
substances your children
have access to in their
daily lives?
Types of Illegal Substances
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Controlled Substances
Dangerous Drugs
Alcohol
Inhalants
Prescription Drugs
• Many school infractions today involve
prescription medications
• A prescription drug is any medication
which requires a pharmacist to dispense to a
patient or their guardian under the direction
of a physician.
Controlled Substances
 A substance, including a drug, an
adulterant, and a dilutant, listed in
Schedules I-V or Penalty Groups 1-1A
or 2-4 as defined by the Controlled
Substances Act.
Controlled Substances Act, Chapter 481
Controlled Substances …
Placement on a specific controlled substance
schedule is based on
• Existence of or lack of medical uses
• Danger of physical or psychological
dependence
• Potential for abuse
Controlled Substances …
• Drug determined by DEA to have the potential for
abuse
• Most are legal with a Rx, for example
– Hydrocodone
– Oxycontin
– Xanax
– Valium
• Some are illegal
– Cocaine
– Marijuana
– Synthetic Marijuana
Some examples include:
Psycho-Stimulants: Ritalin, Adderall,
Concerta
• Medical uses:
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder)
ADHD (Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder)
• Possible effects: Dizziness, loss of appetite,
irritability, palpitations, nervousness
Anti-Anxiety: Xanax, Clonazepam, Valium
• Medical uses:
• Possible effects:
Anxiety, panic disorders
Drowsiness, light-headedness,
confusion, nervousness, racing
pulse rate, low blood pressure,
tremors, slurred speech, addictive
decreased respiration and pulse
Pain: OxyContin, Hydrocodone,
Vicodin
• Medical uses:
• Possible effects:
Moderate to severe pain
Drowsiness, sedation,
nausea, mental
cloudiness, addictive
Controlled Substances …
• “Cheese”—a
combination of heroin
and Tylenol PM
• Snorted
• Sells for as little as $2
per hit
• Often sold wrapped in
notebook paper
Synthetic Marijuana
• Referred to as Spice, K2, Kush, and Salvia
• Mixture of herbs treated with a chemical and sold as incense
• Manufacture, delivery or possession of a miscellaneous
substance is illegal in Texas.
• Possible effects: chest pain, heart
palpitations, drowsiness, hallucinations,
nausea and confusion
Controlled Substances Act, Chapter 481
Dangerous Drugs
 A device or a drug that is unsafe for
self-medication and that is not
included in the Schedules I-V or
Penalty Groups 1-4 of Chapter 481.
Controlled Substances Act, Chapter 483
Dangerous Drugs …
• Any non-scheduled drug requiring a
doctor’s Rx
• Low potential for abuse
• Some highly toxic and possibly fatal—e.g.
Lithium
Some prescriptions that may be available
to your children come from:
• Your own medicine cabinet
• Your children’s friends
• Homes visited by your children
Some examples include:
Antidepressant / Anti-Obsessional
Prozac, Zoloft, Wellbutrin
Medical uses:
Depression, obsessive-compulsive
disorder
Possible effects:
Nervousness, anxiety, insomnia,
dizziness, hot flashes, decreased
appetite
Mood Stabilizers: Depakote, Lithium
Medical Uses:
Seizure disorders, bipolar
Possible effects:
Drowsiness, tremors, irregular
heartbeat, Lithium toxicity,
diarrhea
Antipsychotic: Risperdal, Zyprexa
Medical uses:
Psychosis (difficulty with thought
process)
Possible effects:
Drowsiness, low blood pressure,
restlessness, involuntary movement,
rigidity of muscles
*Can be fatal with one dose
How Does KISD Identify Drugs
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School nurse
www.drugs.com
Law enforcement
Pharmacist
PDR – Physicians Desk Reference
Alcohol
• Most commonly abused drug among youth
• Beer is the most popular alcoholic beverage
followed by liquor
• Nationally, 18.6% of students drank alcohol
for the first time before the age of 13.
Inhalants
• Often first substance abused
by teens
• Includes substances such as
glue, magic markers,
correction fluid, spray paint,
etc.
• Can cause long-term damage
to brain, nerve cells, heart,
lungs
• Can cause suffocation and
death
Over-the-Counter Medications
• Cough suppressants such as Coricidin, (Triple C)
Vicks, Robitussin
• Pseudoephedrines
• Even Tylenol
• Over-the-counter medications are not on
a drug schedule, but they may be abused by teens.
Do you know what signs to
look for if your children
become involved with illegal
substances?
Signs to look for …
• It is a challenge to tell because mood
swings and unpredictable behaviors are not
uncommon for teens.
• Be alert for two or more of the following
indicators:
Watch Tips for Parents
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Change in clothing choices/personal grooming
Hostile/uncooperative attitude
Less interaction at home and school
Change of friends
Appetite/sleep changes
Change in grades
Unexplained cash
Possible Clues to Drug Use
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Lighters
Matches
Drug drawings
Empty Rx containers
Cigarettes
Small baggies
Razorblades/small
pocket knives
• Pieces of foil
• Faucet screens
More Clues
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Pipes
Bongs
Magazines
Music
Popular Hiding Places
(Goal is concealment with accessibility)
• Mint cans
• Pen cases
• Socks, wallets, pockets,
hats, waistline
• Lipstick containers
• Flashlights
• Make-up kits
• Battery containers
Keep Your Eyes Open
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The bedroom
The medicine cabinet
The house
The yard
The car
The neighbors
Child’s friends
Family
Wise Up!
Do you know the
consequences if your
children have illegal
substances at school?
Consequences …
• There MAY be legal consequences.
• There WILL be school consequences.
Legal Consequences
• Legal penalties are tied to schedules I-V
(smaller numbers have more severe legal
consequences).
• Penalties for most illegal substance offenses
in a school zone are enhanced to the next
level—for example, a Class A misdemeanor
may become a state jail felony offense.
School Consequences
• Each case involving illegal substances is unique
and is investigated and evaluated by the
administration on its own merits.
• Cases are handled in accordance with KISD
policy as noted in the student handbooks and
Student Code of Conduct.
School Consequences …
Any KISD student found to have
• possessed
• used or
• delivered
any illegal substance at school or at a school
activity is subject to disciplinary actions.
Range of School Consequences …
Possession and/or use of a controlled
substance or dangerous drug
– DAEP to expulsion depending on type of
drug and amount possessed
– DAEP length, 45 school days
– Expulsion length, 90 school days
*Texas Education Code, 37.006 and 37.007
Range of School Consequences …
Delivery of controlled substance or dangerous
drug
– Expulsion
– Length of expulsion, 90 school days
*Texas Education Code, 37.006 and 37.007
Range of School Consequences …
Marijuana or synthetic marijuana offenses
(possession, use, and/or delivery)
– DAEP to expulsion, depending on facts of the
case
– DAEP length, 45 school days
– Expulsion length, 90 school days
*Texas Education Code, 37.006 and 37.007
Range of School Consequences …
Alcohol offenses (possession, use, and/or delivery)
– DAEP to expulsion, depending on facts of the case
– DAEP length
• 1st offense
30 school days
• 2nd & subsequent offenses
45 school days
– In grades 6-12
– Expulsion length
90 school days
*Texas Education Code, 37.006 and 37.007
Wise Up!
Do you know what is
considered a weapon and
not allowed at school?
Examples of Weapons
• Firearms
• Club
• Starter Guns
• Brass Knuckles
• Knives
• Switchblade Knife
• Razors
• Any article capable
of inflicting serious
bodily injury
• Chemical weapons
such as Mace
• Explosive Devices
Stars
Knives
Mace
Key chain knife
Razor
Firearm
Explosive Device
Club
Kitchen Knife
Switchblade Knife
Knuckles
Wise Up!
Do you know the
consequences if your
children have weapons at
school?
Consequences
• There MAY be legal consequences.
• There WILL be school consequences.
Legal Consequences
A person commits an offense if the person
intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly
possesses a firearm, illegal knife, club, or
prohibited weapon on the physical premises of
a school, grounds or building on which school
activity is conducted, or a public or private
school transportation vehicle.
Chapter 46.02 of the Penal Code
Legal Consequences…
Penalties for weapon offenses
may range from a misdemeanor
charge to a felony charge.
School Consequences
• Each case involving a weapon is unique and is
investigated and evaluated by the administration
on its own merits.
• Cases are handled in accordance with KISD
policy as noted in the student handbooks and the
Student Code of Conduct.
School Consequences…
Any KISD student found to possess a
weapon as defined in the student code of
conduct or any similar article capable of
inflicting serious bodily injury is subject
to disciplinary action.
Range of Consequences
Possession or use of a weapon may result in
suspension, annex placement, or expulsion
– Length of annex placement – 30 school days
– Length of expulsion – 90 school days
*Texas Education Code, 37.006 and 37.007
Range of Consequences…
• Possession or use of an illegal knife, club, or
prohibited weapon
– Mandatory expulsion
– Length of expulsion – 90 school days
• Possession or use of a firearm
– Mandatory expulsion
– Length of expulsion – minimum of one calendar year
*Texas Education Code, 37.007
IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO INTERVENE
• Always express an interest.
• Children often imitate behaviors.
• Education and communication are the keys.
• Be alert to change.
• Monitor what children are doing.
• Don’t assume it can’t happen.
• Set aside time for family.
Family Circle, “The Agony What Every Parent Must Know”. April, 2002.
KISD Elementary Interventions
• K-5 Second Step Program
• Elementary guidance lessons on drug awareness,
character education, and social skills
• KinderVision
• Yell0-Dino
• Elementary mentoring programs
• Red Ribbon Week
• DAVE (Drug and Violence Education) resources
for teachers
Secondary KISD Interventions
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Grade 6 Refusal Skills Program
Red Ribbon Week activities
Intermediate Leadership Conference
Human-canine team inspections
Drug prevention taught in health, PE,
homemaking and science curricula
• DAVE (Drug and Violence Education) resources
for teachers
• Shattered Dreams Program
Web Information
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www.drugs.com
www.nida.nih.gov (Nat’l Institute on Drug Abuse)
www.health.org
www.teens.drugabuse.gov
www.theantidrug.com (National Youth Anti-Drug
Media Campaign)
• www.cdc.gov (Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance)
• www.dshs.state.tx.us (Youth Risk Behavior
Survey)
HELP
• 1-800-662-HELP
• Alcoholics Anonymous 713-686-6300
• Houston Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse
281-866-7557
• Houston Northwest Rehab 281-353-8333
• Palmer Drug Abuse Program 281-528-7908
• The Right Step (Spring) 281-895-9331
Contact your school counselor or CYS worker for further information.
INTERVENTION SAVES
LIVES
Acknowledgements
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Russell Falyden, Assistant Principal, Katy High School
Randy Kirk, Principal, Klein Collins High School
Marc Smith, Principal, Klein Intermediate School
Guadalupe Rocha, Chief, KISD Police Department
Val Luedeker, Counselor, Doerre Intermediate School
Lori Cook, CYS Counselor, Klein Collins High School
Jeannie Connors, Counselor Coordinator, KISD
Laurie Combe, Nurse Coordinator, KISD
Mindy Spurlock, KISD Executive Director of School Administration
Kelly Schumacher, KISD Executive Director of School Administration