Barren County Schools
Healthy Spaces, Tobacco-Free Places
Tobacco-free campuses are essential for promoting the health and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. The use of tobacco and all such products is prohibited at all times and by all persons on Barren County School property, including all campuses, buses, and school vehicles. By eliminating tobacco product use, we can provide a cleaner, healthier environment where everyone can thrive. Tobacco-free policies reduce exposure to secondhand smoke, which is a significant health risk even for non-smokers, and help prevent the initiation of tobacco use among young adults. Additionally, tobacco-free campuses supports those trying to quit by removing triggers and promoting a culture of wellness. Beyond health, such policies also enhance the overall learning experience, fostering an atmosphere where individuals can focus on their education and personal growth without the distractions and dangers associated with tobacco. Ultimately, being tobacco-free is a step toward creating a community that values and prioritizes the long-term health and success of all its members.
Policy
The use of tobacco products, alternative nicotine products, and vapor products is prohibited at all times and by all persons on or in the property of the Barren County School District.
Student Handbook & Discipline Code (p. 28)
BCHS and BCMS offer The American Lung Association's INDEPTH for students caught with any type of tobacco product. This program aims to empower young people with the knowledge and tools they need to make healthier choices and ultimately quit tobacco use.
Student/Parent Resources
Become a Smokefree Teen - information, tools, tips, and live web-based support for teens
My Life, My Quit - a text quit line and website for those 17 and younger
Not For Me - online program to help teens who want to stop using tobacco
Quit Now Kentucky - a text quit line and website for those 18 and older
Talk to Kids About the Risks of Vaping - guide for parents to use to talk with kids about vaping
E-Cigarettes and Youth - guide for parens to talk with kids about e-cigarettes
Teacher Resources
Too Good for Drugs - teaches five essential character development skills to build self-efficacy, promote healthy development, and academic success
Catch My Breath - program with a cannabis-education component, available in English and Spanish
You & Me Together Vape Free - materials aimed at addressing key factors associated with youth e-cigarette use
#iCANendthetrend - builds awareness on the dangers of tobacco use, including e-cigarette use, costs associated with nicotine dependence, and ways youth have been targeted and influenced to use these products.
Vaping Know the Truth - digital course for grades 8-12 outlining the health effects associated with using vaping products (nicotine, cannabis, or co-use)
A Smoking Prevention Interactive Experience (ASPIRE) - online tobacco prevention education to targeted for teens and adolescents at a self-directed pace
Tobacco Cessation Quick Reference Guide - understanding treatment options to improve your chances to quit tobacco