Annual Notifications
Annual Notifications
State and federal laws require that school districts notify parents/guardians of minor pupils of their parental rights (California Education Code Section 48980). Parent Notification packets are available for download at the bottom of this page. When used in this notification located below, "parent" means a parent or legal guardian. This law requires parents to sign the notification form and return it to the school. This process is completed as part of the annual “data confirmation” in Aeries prior to the start of each school year. The signature acknowledges that parents have been informed of their rights but does not indicate that consent to participate in any program has been given or withheld. Other legislation requires additional notification to parents concerning specific activities or classes during the school year. A separate letter will be sent to parents at least 15 days before these activities or classes, and a student may be excused when the parents file a written statement with the principal requesting that their child not participate. The legislation also grants certain other rights spelled out in this form, which is linked below.
Dangers Associated with the use of Synthetic Drugs
The district is required to annually notify parents/guardians about the dangers associated with the use of synthetic drugs that are not prescribed by a physician, such as fentanyl, as well as the possibility that dangerous synthetic drugs can be found in counterfeit pills.
As we are hearing more about the increased presence of opioids and other drugs, specifically fentanyl, across our county, it is important to engage with and educate young people about the dangers of opioids, offer positive alternatives to drug abuse, and provide San Diego County's youth with the tools they need to thrive.
Web Links and Resources
SDCOE: Fentanyl and Other Drugs: Prevention and Awareness Resource Guide
Fentanyl & Opioid Overdose Prevention
- Parent Toolkit helps parents learn more about the opioid problem, recognize warning signs, and open lines of communication with youth.
- Parent conversation starters help parents talk with youth about opioid use and misusee (Source: National Institute on Drug Abuse).
- “Talk. They Hear You.” Parent resources to help parents start and continue the conversation about the dangers of drinking alcohol and using other drugs at a young age. (Source: SAMHSA)
Forms and Documents