Many schools have implemented student testing for anyone involved in extracurricular activities. For several years, schools have been taking a stand against drug use by implementing student drug testing programs. The primary purpose of drug testing is not to punish students who use drugs, but to deter use and guide those who test positive into counseling or treatment.
A generation ago only 10% of children age 12 were exposed in one way or another to drugs of abuse. Today that percentage is approaching 50%. The younger a person is exposed to drugs, the higher the chance to become addicted as adults.
In June 2002, the U.S. Supreme Court broadened the authority of public schools to test students for illegal drugs. Testing has been shown to be extremely effective at reducing drug use in schools across the country.
DATS offers many options for your student testing program.