ERIC Number: EJ942887
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2011
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A Model for Random Student Drug Testing
Nelson, Judith A.; Rose, Nancy L.; Lutz, Danielle
Journal of At-Risk Issues, v16 n1 p1-8 2011
The purpose of this case study was to examine random student drug testing in one school district relevant to: (a) the perceptions of students participating in competitive extracurricular activities regarding drug use and abuse; (b) the attitudes and perceptions of parents, school staff, and community members regarding student drug involvement; (c) the perceptions of high school parents regarding random student drug testing and its impact on drug and alcohol use; and (d) the patterns and analyses of data collected regarding the use of random student drug testing as a preventative tool. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected for inclusion in an analysis of the study in order to strengthen the results. The findings indicated that during a period of grant funding, the use of drugs decreased during a program of random student drug testing in the public school district studied. Furthermore, the random student drug-testing program initiated discussion among parents, school staff, community members, and students regarding drug use, community resources, and the importance of early intervention. (Contains 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Extracurricular Activities, Early Intervention, Student Attitudes, Program Effectiveness, Drug Use, Drinking, Drug Use Testing, School Districts, Community Resources, Models, Case Studies, Parent Attitudes, High School Students, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Prevention, Grants, Drug Abuse
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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