School districts in Connecticut have had to face the fact that drug use is increasing among middle- and high-school students. In light of that fact, school districts are determining the best ways to respond.

"...Trumbull Public Schools and other school districts require students to take breath tests before they enter a school dance... The Darien Public School system is considering giving its middle- and high-school students a survey next year to find out about issues facing them, including substance abuse."

Districts also work with local drug coalitions and some schools employ full-time substance abuse counselors. Source: The Connecticut Post

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