MSA Info
Monday, October 2, 2017
MSA Drug Policy and Recent Events
We had a very unfortunate incident at our school last week that attracted media attention. We wish to inform our parents that the school worked together with the Bermuda Police Service to address the incident and took appropriate action with the students involved.
At this time, we would like to remind parents of the school's drug policy which can be found in the Student's Handbook and on the school's website. Please take time to read and review with your children, as appropriate.
DRUGS/ALCOHOL
Mount Saint Agnes Academy has a zero tolerance for drug use and underage drinking. We genuinely share the concern of many regarding the widespread availability of drugs in Bermuda. However, we recognize drug or alcohol abuse as a human problem, and we are committed to make every effort to provide assistance to any individual who has a drug/alcohol problem. The prevention of drug abuse and our offer of assistance to any drug user requires the complete cooperation of every student, parent and faculty member. Let it be understood that where cooperation is not forthcoming, we will act strongly to protect the welfare of the student body, and we will cooperate with existing laws and the police as is our obligation. We reserve the right to do random drug testing and searches for drugs and alcohol anywhere on the school property.
Students found guilty of being in possession of, selling or using drugs or alcohol on school campus, at school sponsored activities, while in school uniform on or off the campus will be disciplined. Students in violation of this policy will be put on probation for the remainder of the school year and be suspended or possibly expelled.