School drug testing is a practice where schools administer drug tests to students, typically to detect or deter illegal substance use

Extracurricular Activities: Since participation in extracurricular activities is considered a privilege, schools can require drug testing as a condition of participation.

Reasons for Testing:

• Deterrence: Some believe drug testing deters drug use among students.
• Safety: Schools aim to create a safe and drug-free learning environment.
• Early Intervention: Testing may help identify students at risk for substance abuse and provide opportunities for intervention.
• Required by Policy: Some schools implement testing as part of their comprehensive drug prevention programs. 

Common Methods:

• Urine Testing: This is the most frequent type of drug test used in schools.
• Saliva Samples: Less common, but can also be used. 

Types of Testing:

• Reasonable Suspicion: Based on reasonable suspicion that a student is using drugs.
• Random Drug Testing: Students in designated groups, such as athletes or participants in extracurricular activities, may be randomly selected for testing.
• Mandatory Testing: All students in a designated group (e.g., athletes, students with parking permits) are eligible for testing.
• Voluntary Testing: Students, with parental consent, can opt into a testing program.