The safety of our students, staff, and families remains our highest priority. We continue to work closely with law enforcement and our community partners to ensure our schools are safe and that our students are informed about the risks associated with unfamiliar substances.
Two days prior to Governor DeWine’s executive order banning the sale of intoxicating hemp products, two eighth-grade students from Princeton Community Middle School (PCMS) consumed THC during the school day. Some of these products have been found packaged to resemble popular candies, creating a serious risk for children who may be unaware of what they are consuming.
After school on October 8, two PCMS sixth-grade students consumed THC gummies, believing they were regular candy. The district has taken measures to ensure that the student responsible for bringing these on campus is subject to disciplinary action. Fortunately, the parents of the students who consumed the gummies acted quickly and took them to a local hospital, where they were treated overnight and later released. We are thankful that the students have recovered fully.
We are grateful for the immediate response of our School Resource Officers and the Sharonville Police Department. Their swift investigation and partnership continue to help us protect the safety and well-being of our students. The use or possession of any illegal or intoxicating substances is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated in our schools.
As we approach the Halloween season, we urge all families to remain alert and check candy or snack packaging carefully. Please remind children not to consume any gummy candy or similar items without a parent or guardian’s permission.
We encourage everyone in our school community—students, parents, and staff—to remember our ongoing message: If you see something or know something, say something. If you become aware of any potentially unsafe products or student health concerns, please notify your school administration immediately. Together, we can help protect our students and raise awareness about the serious risks these products pose.
Here are some awareness and prevention-based educational supports for families:
https://www.princetonschools.net/page/students-and-families
Vaping Task Force: Tobacco Use Prevention & Control - Hamilton County Public Health
My Life My Quit: Ohio
Marijuana: Health Effects of Marijuana | Marijuana
Drugs/Alcohol: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Addiction Services Council – Navigating the Path to Lifelong Recovery
Drug-Free World: https://www.drugfreeworld.org