LCISD Parents,
HB 3908 mandates that schools provide education on fentanyl and other dangerous drugs to secondary students. Lubbock-Cooper ISD has partnered with local Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) agents to conduct educational assemblies throughout the semester to ensure this critical information reaches as many of our middle school and high school students as possible. These assemblies provide students with insight into the dangers of drugs, particularly those in pill form, and their impact on our community. We hope to equip students with the knowledge to make informed decisions contributing to their own safety and the safety of their peers. The information shared with students is frightening, emotional, and largely local to the Lubbock area. The program covers very real events and statistics, and is presented by knowledgeable individuals who have seen first-hand the disturbing effects of fentanyl and other illicit substances on individuals the same age as many of our students.
Many parents may have questions or like to know more about the fast-growing, nationwide epidemic that is fentanyl and other drugs in pill form. You are invited to join us for a parent presentation at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 11 at the LCISD Performing Arts Center, where you will receive the same presentation given to students, and have an opportunity to visit with presenters Capt. Billy Koontz and Sgt. Tony Williams.
The information presented to secondary students as part of this program may be too mature for elementary-aged students, however, parents of ALL Lubbock-Cooper students are encouraged to attend the parent presentation on October 11. The information shared is valuable, and important for all community members to hear.
The safety of our students is a partnership between school, home, and community, and we appreciate your support.
