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in recent studies drug testing has not had any more of an effect on students than any other prevention method

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"Nonetheless, reports that have found a reduced prevalence of drug use have found that students who were drug tested and those who were not reported had equal interest in experimenting with drugs in the future."

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cons of student drug testing
test are expensive
it is easy to cheat the test
tests can be unfair
if a student were to get drug tested and test positive and then get suspended from their activities it could be detrimental to them

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"Proponents say that:

Drug testing allows for early detection and intervention

Students have a built-in reason to resist peer pressure, a well-known reason why kids experiment with drugs

Schools are fulfilling their duty in promoting a safe and drug free environment

It increases chances for students to have a successful future

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some schools have now expanded RSDT to students who drive to school, or even ones that attend school dances

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"high school districts in California, Kansas and Virginia announced they were either implementing or are considering starting a RSDT for their students."

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George H.W. Bush established federal funding for random drug testing in schools to try to reduce drug use.

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1. "In 1995, the Court ruled that it was legal for schools to randomly test student athletes"

2. "In 2002, that ruling was expanded to included students who participate in a competitive extracurricular activity such as a marching band or chess club"

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If a student tests negative on a drug test they are supposed to be referred to a drug class to try to prevent further use of the drug but on some occasions they may be expelled.

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"Drug tests are usually in the form of a urinalysis, which detects marijuana, cocaine, amphetamines, PCP and opioids. The stated goal of such programs is to identify students with possible substance abuse issues and to intervene early."

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The only students that can be drug tested randomly, are students in athletics or extracurricular activities.

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School administrators are expected to keep school a positive and safe environment, that is why random drug testing was put into effect.

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Should Students Be Drug Tested At School?

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Should Students Be Drug Tested At School?

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http://www.centeronaddiction.org/the-buzz-blog/should-students-be-drug-tested-school