• (students name) am enrolling in The Phoenix Recovery Academy, which integrates essential recovery principles into the daily educational curriculum and lives of its students, because I want to attend a school that will provide a safe, sober community for recovering students in grades 9 - 12 who share a commitment to high academic success and personal growth. I understand that by enrolling in this school, I am making a commitment to recovery and to actively participate in maintaining a supportive sober school culture. I agree to the following expectations: 1. I will remain drug and alcohol free. 2. I agree to work a recovery program that has been established with the Head of School, and other appropriate persons (such as parents, family members, physicians, sponsors, counselors, probation officers 3. I will attend 12-step meetings as determined with the Head of School. 4. I will submit to random and/or probable cause drug testing as requested. 1 understand that by refusing to do a drug screen, it will be considered to be a positive screen for drug/alcohol use. 5. I will not enable another student and will report to a staff member if I suspect or know that another student is using. 6. I will report immediately any personal use to the staff. I understand that honesty is important in recovery. Immediate honesty will be dealt with differently than discovery of use from a drug screen. Severe and/or repeated relapse will result in consequences up to and including expulsion from Phoenix Recovery Academy. 7. I will abide by attendance guidelines. 8. I will maintain at least enough credits to be making adequate progress toward graduation. 9. I will not use tobacco/tobacco products/vape, etc on school grounds or at any school related function. 10.1 will abide by Phoenix Recovery Academy school values: Honesty, Hope, Faith, Courage, Integrity, Willingness, Humility, Love, Discipline, Perseverance, Spirituality, and Service.

    I understand that noncompliance with any of these rules will be grounds for consequences up to and including expulsion from Phoenix Recovery Academy.

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  • (parent's name) understand that Phoenix Recovery Academy is a private, non-profit organization which depends upon financial support to operate. I also understand that Phoenix Recovery Academy engages in public relations programs and fundraising designed to create public awareness of its needs, including financial contributions and availability of academic services. It is requested that I give permission to use photographs, audios, or similar likeness of myself and/or my child if I am the student's legal guardian in Phoenix Recovery Academy's activities to support the mission and vision of the school. I have been assured that permission is not required as a condition of admission

    to receive services from the school.

    I consent to photographs, slides, audiotape, videos and other likenesses being taken and used of my student. This includes print media, electronic media and social media. All questions regarding this document have been answered to my satisfaction. I expect no monetary or valuable benefit from this agreement and expressly release from liability PRA as an institution and/or any officers, staff personnel, or individuals receiving the likeness. I understand that this authorization can be revoked at any time by providing written request for such action to the Head of School. This will not impact the materials that have already been created and/or distributed according to this authorization.

    I am aware that I may be photographed or videotaped at various events and programs hosted by the Phoenix Recovery Academy. I hereby grant the Phoenix Recovery Academy the right and permission to copyright, use, re-use and publish videos, photographic portraits or pictures of my child in which they may be included in advertising or other organizational purposes. I also consent to use of photographs and/or videos in social

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  • CONSENT FOR STUDENT TO VOLUNTEER

    (student's name), consent to and understand that Phoenix Recovery Academy provides volunteer opportunities at facilities such as churches, local schools, and hospitals to promote "carrying the message" of sober academics. These programs may include attendance in such facilities or within the school itself. I also agree that any questions or concerns regarding these matters will be addresses to Phoenix Recovery Academy and that the recipient facility shall not be held liable in any manner. I understand that this authorization can be revoked at any time by providing written request for such action to the Head of School.

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  • TRANSPORTATION ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY FORM

  • Phoenix Recovery Academy understands that you or a member of your family may require transportation to or from school and/or for field trips. Phoenix Recovery Academy volunteers, staff or other volunteers from within our community may be able to provide transportation to and from school, appointments depending on availability of staff or volunteers. Please initial one of the options below on whether you would like to participate in this ride-sharing

  • By participating, and in consideration thereof, I hereby assume any and all risks associated therewith and I further waive any and all claims and causes of actions against Phoenix Recovery Academy, Phoenix Foundation of Maryland, its officers, directors, employees, agents, successors and assigns, arising out of my participation in riding in the staff or volunteer vehicles and I hereby release, hold harmless, and discharge Phoenix Recovery Academy, its officers, directors, employees, agents, successors and assigns from any and all liability that may arise or any way relate to transportation or my participation therein.

    I certify that I have read this document and I fully understand its content. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract and 1 sign it without coercion.

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  • FIELD TRIP PERMISSION SLIP

  • (Parent/Legal Guardian) give permission for my (student's name) to participate in any Phoenix Recovery Academy off campus field trips. These trips are educational as well as therapeutic for many of the students.I understand that Phoenix Recovery Academy staff will not allow any form of inappropriate behavior or drug/alcohol use, and will not be responsible for any accidents that may occur. I voluntarily release and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Phoenix Recovery Academy and its staff from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action, which are in any way connected with participation in these trips.

  • In the event of an emergency and if parents or emergency contacts are not available, I agree that Phoenix Recovery Academy has the authority to obtain medical assistance. Furthermore, I release Phoenix Recovery Academy and its employees from any liability and/or responsibility for any illness or injury suffered as a result of my child's participation in a field trip. Further, I understand that if my child's behavior is deemed inappropriate while participating or he/she is under the influence or in possession of drugs and/or alcohol my child will be separated from the other participants and may be contacted to pick up my child.

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  • Phoenix Recovery Academy Tuition Policy

    Phoenix Recovery Academy is a non-public school that is funded in part by private donations, grants, and student based tuition. Annual tuition is $13,800 and monthly tuition is $1,150. Phoenix Recovery Academy is a year round school and please note, the tuition rates take into consideration the short breaks in the summer and monthly tuition rates for those months remain the same as our operational expenses remain the same. Tuition is due on the first of every month unless other arrangements have been made.

    Prior to the first day of enrollment, a payment must be made to Phoenix Recovery Academy for

    the students first and last month tuition. A one semester commitment is required to attend.

    We want every student that needs to attend Phoenix Recovery Academy to be able to do so. We offer sliding scale tuition rates and have scholarships available. Please see Head Of

    The preferred method of payment is through the electronic system in Gradelink (instructions will be provided Other methods of payment must be approved by the Head

    Monthly payments using the electronic format Gradelink provies 4 payments of $3,450.00 on the first of August, November, February, May 12 months upfront with 1 month free for a total of $12,650

    DRUG TESTING FEES: The drug testing fee for Phoenix Recovery Academy is included in the

  • ADDITIONAL FEES: Miscellaneous expenses may be incurred during the course of the year. These expenses may include field trips, graduation invitations, cap and gown rental or unforeseen expenses related specifically to the student. These expenses will be minor and will be discussed with the Responsible Party as needed.

    When a student leaves Phoenix Recovery Academy a refund for any tuition paid in advance will be made, if all of the following conditions have been met:

    Student leaves in good academic and recovery standing, ie - student has not been asked to leave Phoenix Recovery Academy due to a return to use that jeopardizes their own recovery and the health of the school community and/or has no outstanding

    The Head of school has been given ten (10) days notice in advance of the date the

    All textbooks, classroom supplies, media materials must be returned. All outstanding fees/ balances paid If the student is withdrawn after the 5th of the month, the tuition for that month will not be refunded. Refunds may be considered with

    discretion of the Head of School and the Finance Committee.

    As Responsible Party for the Student, / have read and agree to this document

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  • Your student will have the opportunity to participate in the Go Team Therapy Dogs Program at Phoenix Recovery Academy. This program is designed to help students reduce stress by interacting with trained registered therapy dogs while at school.

    Handlers and their dogs will work with small groups of students whose parents or legal guardians have given their written authorization for their participation in the program, during school hours for approximately 30 minutes. There is no charge for this program. This permission form is to let you know that your child's school has elected to participate in the Go Team Dogs program. The therapy dogs and their handlers are fully insured and have undergone extensive training to participate in animal-assisted therapy.

    Participation by your child in this program will not begin until your written permission is received. You have the right to refuse participation in this program. Once you provide your written permission for your child to participate, if you do not revoke your permission by notifying Sara Varga, Head of School.

    In addition to signing below, please indicate (by checking the appropriate box), whether your child is allergic to dogs or other animals. In the interest of your child's safety, if your child is allergic, we cannot offer participation to your child in the program and we will work with your child's school to make sure that dogs are not given authorized access to your child's

    Should you have any other questions, concerns or comments please let Sara Varga, Head of School know.

    This signed Parental Permission Slip is required to participate in this program.

    Is your child allergic to dogs or other animals?

  • I DO give permission for my child, to participate in the Go Team Therapy Dogs Program.

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  • I DO NOT give permission for my child.

  • 1 have read and understand the Phoenix Recovery Academy Policy on COVID-19. I understand that if I have any questions I can direct them to the Executive Director.

  • School disinfection/sanitization

    Upon entering a room, all students and staff should utilize hand sanitizer.

    Every student uses a disinfecting wipe to wipe down their desktop, chromebook, or any other surface they touched prior to exiting a room.

    Students are not allowed to share any items; including, art supplies, pens, pencils, chrome books,

    Staff will wipe down high touch surfaces in between each class (their own desk, door handles, etc)

    Phoenix Recovery Academy is utilizing electrostatic disinfection, performed by our janitorial services, on a weekly basis.

    Proper hand washing should be taking place for all students and staff, especially prior to any

    All students and staff must wear face coverings and must keep social distance in accordance with

    Students and staff who do not have a mask, one will be provided to them by the school.

    Outside guests will be limited in order to prevent possible exposure. All persons wanting to enter the Phoenix Recovery Academy building that are not staff or students, first need approval by Executive Director. They will then need to meet and comply with all screening criteria.

  • All students will arrive at school through a designated entrance. Designated entrance is through the kitchen. Prior to entering the building, they will be asked screening questions, have temperature taken with touchless thermometer and then enter to wash hands. (See screening questions attached) Students with temperatures registering over 100.0 degrees F or higher will be sent home. Students will need to contact us to report that they will not be coming into school and to discuss a plan for return to school. Instructions for returning to school will be made based on current criteria from CDC and Maryland Dept of Health. Demonstration of a negative COVID-19 may be required prior to returning to

    This screening procedure is not a diagnostic test. No private health information will be created by the temperature takers. The temperature takers will treat any conversation or documentation created regarding symptoms as private health information. Students with Symptoms: A student who does not pass the screening questionnaire will be sent home. The student will be contacted by Academy & Community Relations Director and given instructions on follow-up /process for returning to school. Instructions for returning to school will be made based on current criteria from CDC and Maryland Dept of Health. Demonstration of a negative COVID-19 may be required prior to returning to work. Stay at Home if You are Sick: A student who experiences fever and/or symptoms while home should not report to school. Instead, the student should contact us for further direction. If you start having symptoms while you are at school, notify us immediately.

    If a student is sent home due to these procedures, they will be able to take their designated school chrome book and any text books or materials that they may need to complete any school work from home. A plan will be made with the Academy & Community Relations Director to ensure as much of the continuity of learning from home, as possible. This could include; the student completing work independently from home and/or connecting remotely into the school classroom for instruction.

    If you have questions or concerns about this procedure, please contact Jessica Jeffery, Academy & Community Relations Director.

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  • Phoenix Recovery Academy COVID-19 Policy

    Screening Procedure for Employees: All employees employees should report to designated screening location upon arrival at work and before entering any other areas of the Phoenix Recovery Academy

    All employees will be asked to verbally attest that they do not have COVID-19 symptoms and have their body temperature taken. Each employee will be screened by the temperature taker using a touchless forehead thermometer. (See screening question attached) Employees with temperatures registering over 100.0 degrees F or higher will be sent home. Employees will need to contact Academy & Community Relations Director to report that they will not be coming into work and to discuss a plan for return to work. Instructions for returning to school will be made based on current criteria from CDC and Maryland Dept of Health. Demonstration of a negative COVID-19 may be required prior to returning to work. This screening procedure is not a diagnostic test. No private health information will be created by the temperature takers. The temperature takers will treat any conversation or documentation created regarding symptoms as private health information. Employees with Symptoms: An employee who does not pass the screening questionnaire will be sent home. The employee will be contacted by Academy & Community Relations Director and given instructions on follow-up /process for returning to work. Instructions for returning to work will be made based on current criteria from CDC and Maryland Dept of Health. Stay at Home if You are Sick: An employee who experiences fever and/or symptoms while home should not report to work. Instead, the employee should contact Academy & Community Relations Director for further direction. If you start having symptoms while you are at work, notify us immediately

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  • CONSENT TO OBTAIN/RELEASE INFORMATION

  • This would be a therapist you are seeing outside of your APG/IOP

  • (student's name), authorize Phoenix Recovery Academy to release

    and/or receive the following information from my records:

  • The purpose of the disclosure is to allow Phoenix Recovery Academy to collaborate and share information with other important treatment providers.

  • I understand that my records are protected and cannot be disclosed without my written consent unless otherwise provided for in the regulations. I authorize the use or disclosure of my individual identifiable health information as described above and that this authorization is voluntary. I understand that I may revoke this consent at any time except to the extent that action has been taken reliance on it, and thatin any event this consent expires automatically as at the beginning of the new school year.

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  • CONSENT TO OBTAIN/RELEASE INFORMATION

  • (student's name), authorize Phoenix Recovery Academy to release

    and/or receive the following information from my records:

  • The purpose of the disclosure is to allow Phoenix Recovery Academy to collaborate and share information with other important treatment providers.

  • I understand that my records are protected and cannot be disclosed without my written consent unless otherwise provided for in the regulations. I authorize the use or disclosure of my individual identifiable health information as described above and that this authorization is voluntary. I understand that I may revoke this consent at any time except to the extent that action has been taken reliance on it, and that in any event this consent expires automatically as at the beginning of the new school year.

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  • CONSENT TO OBTAIN/RELEASE INFORMATION

  • (student's name), authorize Phoenix Recovery Academy to release

    and/or receive the following information from my records:

  • The purpose of the disclosure is to allow Phoenix Recovery Academy to collaborate and share information with other important treatment providers.

  • I understand that my records are protected and cannot be disclosed without my written consent unless otherwise provided for in the regulations. I authorize the use or disclosure of my individual identifiable health information as described above and that this authorization is voluntary. I understand that I may revoke this consent at any time except to the extent that action has been taken reliance on it, and that in any event this consent expires automatically as at the beginning of the new school year.

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  • CONSENT TO OBTAIN/RELEASE INFORMATION

  • (student's name), authorize Phoenix Recovery

  • The purpose of the disclosure is to allow Phoenix Recovery Academy to collaborate and share information with other important treatment providers.

  • I understand that my records are protected and cannot be disclosed without my written consent unless otherwise provided for in the regulations. I authorize the use or disclosure of my individual identifiable health information as described above and that this authorization is voluntary. I understand that I may revoke this consent at any time except to the extent that action has been taken reliance on it, and that in any event this consent expires automatically as at the beginning of the new school year.

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  • ATTENDANCE POLICY AND PROCEDURES

  • Students must notify the Head of School with any planned absences or tardies at least 24 hours in

    A note verifying an excused absences or tardy must be handed in the following day, signed by a parent or legal guardian. (See section on Documenting Excused Absences If a student is sick and unable to attend school due to any unforeseen circumstances, he/she/them (or his/her/their parent or guardian) must notify the Head of School as soon as possible and at the latest by the start of the school day. It is the student's responsibility to obtain any missed work from the teachers and to create a plan to complete the work.

    A student may not exceed 5 unexcused absences total from each class each quarter. If a student exceeds allowed absences in a quarter then they will receive an incomplete for their grade and will require a meeting with school administration, teacher and parent or legal guardian. Attendance will be taken in each class, and regardless of the reason for the absence, it is the student's responsibility to follow up with each teacher on missing work. If a student arrives to class more than halfway through the class, they will be marked as absent

    If a student arrives more than halfway through the day, they will be marked absent for the day.

    If a student has an emergency doctor's appointment that cannot be scheduled during non-school hours then the student must present an official doctor's note to verify. If a student has a doctor-verified illness or injury that prevents them from attending school then the student must present an official doctor's note to verify. If a student has a court appointment that cannot be scheduled during non-school hours then the student must present an official note or summons from the court to verify. It is considered an excused absence if a student has a verifiable family crisis (e.g. a death in the immediate family

  • We ask that family vacations be planned during the regularly scheduled school breaks or at the end of the academic year. School absences due to family vacations will not be excused. Reasonable accommodations may be available for students who wish to participate in traditional and customary observances of their religion on days when school is open. A student who does not attend school for this reason is considered excused for the day, or any portion of the day, if the school receives a written request from a student's parent or guardian.

    If a student needs to leave school early, he or she must sign out and must provide documentation (see excused absences) verifying the reason for the early departure. Early dismissal will be counted as an absence (excused or otherwise) if the student is missing more than half the school day. Leaving school without permission and appropriate documentation is considered truancy (skipping) and will be subject to disciplinary action.

    Every time a student is absent he/she/they must bring a note signed by a parent on the day of return. The note must be turned into the Head of School.

    Each note should contain the following: Current date, full name of student, date of absence, reason for

    absence and signature of parent.

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  • Honest and Integrity are two of the principals for which the Phoenix Recovery Academy is founded. Students are responsible for knowing what is considered acceptable behavior and what is a transgression of academic integrity. All assigned student work should be done individually, unless the teacher directs otherwise if in doubt, they should consult with their teachers.

    At Phoenix Recovery Academy, plagiarism is defined as a type of cheating that is the use of another's ideas and presenting it as one's own. Cheating is defined as any attempt to gain an unfair advantage through an unauthorized or improper source. Facilitation of academic dishonesty is helping another student plagiarize or cheat and is just as bad as committing the actual offense. Anyone caught submitting plagiarized work, cheating or engaging in any form of academic dishonesty will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and possibly including given a failing grade. These students could also risk suspension and or expulsion from school. Please also refer to the Academic Integrity Agreement as a part of the enrollment paperwork.

    Cheating is defined as any attempt to gain an unfair advantage through an unauthorized or improper source. Cheating includes but not limited to the following: Using any unauthorized aid during an exam or any teacher-given assessment. Giving or receiving answers during a test as well as securing answers from others. Accessing, without permission, a test before it is given. Using summaries or other aids to substitute for assigned reading. Using a computer to translate text from one language to another and submitting it as your own translation. Directly copying assignments from other students (including homework Giving the impression that the notes of one student are your own.

    Plagiarism is defined as a type of cheating that is the use of another's ideas and presenting it as one's own. Examples of plagiarism include but are not limited to: Copying the words or ideas of others from the internet, books, magazine articles and other

    Paraphrasing a source without proper citation. Copying or paraphrasing the words or ideas of other students, parents, siblings, or other family members and friends.

    Copying or representing the academic work of others including any assignment as if it were your

    Submitting purchased papers as your own.

  • Facilitation of Academic Dishonesty is defined as helping another student plagiarize or cheat and is just as bad as committing the actual offense. Examples of Academic Dishonesty include, but are not

    Allowing another student to copy a graded assignment Helping another student to cheat on an exam Giving another student old assignments for him/her/they to use in his/her/they current classes

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  • Confidentiality of Student Records

    Phoenix Recovery Academy complies with federal and state regulations related to the rights of students, parents, or adult students. Those students who are 18 years of age or older have the right to access, inspect, and review their own confidential school record. Phoenix Recovery Academy complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, (34 CFR part 99), and other related statutes, 34 CFR 300.560-300.575; TEC 26.004; 19 TAC 89.1050, which protect the confidentiality of students' records at their collection, storage, disclosure, and destruction stages. Highlights of these safeguards are: 1. Phoenix Recovery Academy permits parents or adult students to inspect and review any educational records relating to the students without unnecessary delay, in no case more than 45 days after the request is made. 2. The right to inspect and review educational records includes the right to a response to reasonable requests for explanations and interpretations of the records, the right to request copies of the records if inspection and review are not feasible, and the right to have a representative of the parent or adult student review the records. 3. The educational records eligible for inspection and review include: a) Attendance records, test scores, grades, disciplinary records, counseling records, psychological records, admission applications, health and immunization information, teacher and counselor evaluations, and report of behavioral patterns.

    4.A parent or an adult student who believes information in educational records collected,

    maintained or used is inaccurate or misleading or violates the privacy or rights of the student may request the records be amended. Phoenix Recovery Academy will decide whether to amend the information in accordance with the request within a reasonable period of time. If Phoenix Recovery Academy decides not to amend the information, it will inform the parent or adult student of the refusal and advise them of the right to a hearing under Section 300.568. If, as a result of the hearing, Phoenix Recovery Academy decides that the information is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student's rights, it shall amend the information accordingly and so inform the parent/adult student of the right to place a statement commenting on the information or setting forth any reason for disagreeing with the decision of Phoenix Recovery Academy. This explanation is then maintained and disclosed as part of the student's records.

  • 5. Phoenix Recovery Academy does not disclose information from educational records to officials/other participating agencies without parent/adult student consent unless authorized by 34 CFR Part 99. (One example of disclosure under this statute is the

    exchange of information between schools at enrollment when a student transfers Phoenix Recovery Academy keeps a record of parties obtaining access to educational records, collection, maintained or used, except by parents, adult students, or authorized school employees, including the name, date access was given, and the purpose for which the party is authorized to use the records. Upon request, Phoenix Recovery Academy provides parents/adult students a list of the types and locations of educational records collected, stored, or used by Phoenix Recovery Academy staff. Phoenix Recovery Academy staff collecting or using personally-identifiable information receive training regarding federal and state guidelines. The Head of School of Phoenix Recovery Academy assumes responsibility for ensuring the confidentiality of any personally-identifiable general information.

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  • CONSENT FOR DRUG TESTING AND SEARCHES

    (student's name), have read and agree to the policy below. We at Phoenix Recovery Academy conduct drug and alcohol testing based on two criteria. We conduct both frequent random testing and test based on suspicion. We believe random testing provides accountability to the student, their family as well as the school community. We have found this helps motivate the students to remain clean and sober as well as promoting a safe community. This leads to creating an enthusiastic recovery-focused learning environment. We test based on suspicion of substance or alcohol use. This is based on behavior, parent concern, or community concern. Any school personnel can request a test and if any parent is concerned and would like to request a drug or alcohol test, they can contact the school administrator. If a student is asked to submit to an alcohol or drug test and they refuse, it will be considered a positive test. Their continuation at Phoenix Recovery Academy will be dependent upon their participation in a concerned person meeting per the school's relapse policy.

  • At this time we incorporate the charges for the drug and alcohol testing into the tuition and do not have any additional charges. This policy is subject to change depending on future experiences in our environment. In the event of any changes, you will be notified. Our staff may conduct unannounced searches for alcohol, drugs, paraphernalia or missing/stolen items. Entering the school property constitutes consent to searches. Students are expected to cooperate in such searches. Searches of students and their personal property which includes, but is not limited to, lunch containers, backpacks, cell phones, desks, work area, purses, wallets, and vehicles may be conducted when there is reasonable suspicion to believe that a student is in violation of this Policy and/or when circumstances and school conditions justify them. Consent to a search is required asa condition of continued enrollment and the student's refusal to consent may result in expulsion. No student will be touched as part of the search or detained without his/her consent. Students being searched may be asked to empty pockets and remove hats and outer clothing, such as jackets and sweaters. Any illegal or non-prescribed drugs discovered will be turned over to the appropriate law enforcement agency. Any action taken by law enforcement agencies will be completely independent of this Policy.

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