S. Substance Policy

All School 2022-2023

The possession of a weapon or other dangerous object in an Academy building or on WMA property, buses or at Academy functions is prohibited and may result in disciplinary action or police intervention. Dangerous objects include, without implied limitation, items such as guns, firearms, explosive devices, knives, slingshots, pepper spray and chemical sprays.

See the Discipline policy for more information.

S. Substance Policy

Students found using drugs, alcohol or other illegal chemical substances while under the school’s jurisdiction may be liable for dismissal from the Academy. Students may be allowed to remain if they agree to seek professional assessment and counseling, as well as to satisfy other requirements of the Deans Office. Unannounced periodic drug testing may also be a condition of continued enrollment at the Academy. Agreement to submit to such counseling and testing will be obtained from the student and their family. Any costs associated are the responsibility of the family. If students or parents/guardians refuse to submit to drug or alcohol testing, it is viewed by the Academy as an admission of guilt.

While we understand that this policy may be difficult for those who have used tobacco before coming to the Academy, we firmly believe it is in the best interest of all of our students. We hope those who have used tobacco will use this opportunity to break away from an unhealthy practice. Literature and information pertaining to “kicking” the nicotine habit are available and special programs specifically designed to limit and eventually discontinue the use of tobacco are offered through Health Services. Cessation classes are available upon request or may be mandated for tobacco-related rules infractions.

WMA may require, without prior notification, a biochemical test for alcohol and/or drugs be performed on a student at any time with or without parental permission. The cost of such testing is the responsibility of the parents/guardians. Failure to appear for testing, failure to provide a sample or evidence of attempted adulteration may cause a test to be presumed positive. Results of the test(s) do not affect the consequences if the students are in the presence of alcohol or drugs.

When school personnel suspect or determine a problem with substance use exists for a student, in or out of the school’s jurisdiction, it is our policy to notify parents/guardians. WMA expects that parents/guardians want to know of the school’s concern and expects the family’s cooperation. If a student or their family exhibit an unwillingness to confront such a potential problem and/or refuse to cooperate, the student will be required to withdraw from WMA.