Norwood Public Schools investigates students allegedly eating marijuana edibles on school grounds

NORWOOD, Mass. — Norwood Public Schools investigated an incident in which students at the Coakley Middle School allegedly consumed marijuana edibles while on school property, according to Superintendent David Thomson and Coakley Middle School Principal Margo Fraczek.

On Friday, April 1, the school administration received reports of students consuming candy at school which was determined later to be marijuana edibles. The district launched an investigation into the matter, consistent with the school’s policies and procedures. The district notified the Norwood Police Department of the incident.

Through the district’s investigation, they learned that a student brought a marijuana-laced chocolate bar into the school and shared the candy bar with several students. According to the district’s statement, one of these students gave out the candy to others without identifying it as a drug-laced edible. The families of those involved have all been contacted.

All students involved will face disciplinary actions, but because the students are juveniles their identities are not being released.

“We would like to remind community members that Norwood Public Schools takes the issue of student substance use very seriously as we have strict policies regarding the use of alcohol, drugs or any controlled substances by our students,” Superintendent Thomson said. “It’s imperative that parents and guardians are on the same page as school administrators when it comes to making sure students are aware of the dangers of substance use. As such, we will continue to offer educational opportunities surrounding the negative impacts of alcohol, drugs and tobacco use.”

A reminder was sent to all community members that marijuana is illegal for minors to possess or consume under Massachusetts State law.

To facilitate these conversations, Norwood Public Schools offered helpful information from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Superintendent Thomson said that anyone parent with questions about how to talk with their children regarding substance use is encouraged to reach out and the district can assist in finding additional resources.

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