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The provincial and HPEDSB Code of Conducts now include strict anti-vaping/smoking rules in schools, which are outlined below:
Students are not allowed to use, be in possession of, or provide to anyone else, any tobacco/nicotine products or any form of electronic cigarettes (vapes).
Surrendering Items: If students are found to be using, possessing or providing tobacco/nicotine products or any form of tobacco/electronic cigarettes they will be required to give the item(s) to the Principal/Vice-Principal. These items will not be returned to students and will be disposed of.
School Based Consequences: In the management of any issues with the above, schools will continue to follow Progressive Discipline, which include a range of responses that may be supportive and/or disciplinary, including suspensions.
The Smoke-Free Ontario Act, 2017 prohibits smoking (tobacco and cannabis) and the use of electronic cigarettes (vaping) at schools, on school grounds and all public areas within 20 metres of the grounds. Vapes, cigarettes and other tobacco products will not be permitted at PECI - in the building, or on the premises. Anyone smoking or vaping on school property is guilty of an offence and if convicted may result in a fine under the Smoke Free Ontario Act, 2017.
If a student is caught with a vape or other smoking/vape product, they will be required to surrender it to school administration, their parent/guardian will be contacted, and Progressive Discipline consequences (including suspension) will apply.
The health and well-being of our students is of utmost importance to our staff. We will be working closely with the Hastings and Prince Edward Public Health to support vaping cessation, and provide students with educational resources and opportunities.
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