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Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (DFSCA)

About Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's DFSCA

The requires institutions of higher education to establish programs that address unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol and illicit drugs, and foster safe and drug-free learning environments which promote academic achievement.

 

2022 Biennial Review

2024 Annual Notice to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Students and Employees

              

DFSCA Requirements


In accordance with the DFSCA, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ conducts a Biennial Review of its participation to determine program effectiveness and consistency of policy enforcement and to identify and implement any changes needed to either. Each Biennial Review is conducted by the end of every even-numbered calendar year.
 

In accordance with the DFSCA, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ informs each student and employee annually through Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ email about the following information related to the use of alcohol and illegal drugs and abuse of any and all drugs (whether legal or illegal):
 
1. Standards of conduct;
2. Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's sanctions for a violation(s) of the alcohol and drug provisions, as defined in the Student Code of Conduct located in the current Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ Student Handbook and Employee Standards of Conduct located in Board policy ;
3. Legal sanctions under local, state, and federal laws;
4. Health risks associated with alcohol and substance use and abuse; and
5. Substance abuse counseling, treatment, and prevention programs available to Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ College students and employees.
 
View the most recent annual notice sent to students and employees through Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ email.

In an effort to fulfill the requirements of the DFSCA, Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµâ€™s Counseling Services Office coordinates Know Now. The purpose of Know Now is to educate Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ College students about issues related to substance use and abuse, empower students to make positive choices for their futures, and encourage utilization of campus and community resources for recovery.
 
Visit Âé¶¹ÊÓÆµ's Know Now page to learn more about Know Now and view the schedule of events