Welcome to Crimetown, a series produced by Marc Smerling and Zac Stuart-Pontier in partnership with Gimlet Media. Each season, we investigate the culture of crime in a different city. In Season 2, Crimetown heads to the heart of the Rust Belt: Detroit, Michigan. From its heyday as Motor City to its rebirth as the Brooklyn of the Midwest, Detroit’s history reflects a series of issues that strike at the heart of American identity: race, poverty, policing, loss of industry, the war on drugs, an ...
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School Invasiveness Over Parental Rights? Drug Testing Kids
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Floresville ISD debates random drug testing for middle, high school extracurriculars
San Antonio Express News, By Melissa Manno, on June 24, 2024
https://www.expressnews.com/news/education/article/floresville-isd-considers-random-drug-testing-19508797.php?sid=6628c885020c5168ed00c05
The debate over implementing random drug testing for approximately one hundred students per year in Floresville Independent School District has sparked mixed reactions within the community. The proposed policy aims to curb drug use among students by enforcing punishments such as suspension from extracurricular activities and parking privileges upon testing positive. Parents' responses vary widely, highlighting concerns over invasion of privacy, allocation of funds, and efficacy compared to other community initiatives.
Proponents argue that such measures could deter drug use and identify students needing early intervention through counseling. However, critics, including panelists like Rob and Eli, argue against its punitive nature, questioning its effectiveness and potential harms. They emphasize that punitive measures may deter students from seeking help or disclosing drug use issues, potentially exacerbating rather than solving underlying problems.
The discussion also delves into legal and ethical dimensions, particularly regarding parental consent, students' rights, and the school's role in enforcing such policies. Kelly strongly opposes the policy, citing constitutional concerns, the focus on marijuana over other drugs, and questioning its effectiveness in addressing real issues faced by students.
Overall, while there is recognition of the need for addressing drug use among students, the panelists express reservations about the punitive nature of the proposed policy and suggest alternative approaches emphasizing support, education, and community involvement over enforcement.
The Non-Prophets, Episode 23.28.4 featuring Jimmy Jr., Rob, Eli Slack and Kelley Laughlin
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San Antonio Express News, By Melissa Manno, on June 24, 2024
https://www.expressnews.com/news/education/article/floresville-isd-considers-random-drug-testing-19508797.php?sid=6628c885020c5168ed00c05
The debate over implementing random drug testing for approximately one hundred students per year in Floresville Independent School District has sparked mixed reactions within the community. The proposed policy aims to curb drug use among students by enforcing punishments such as suspension from extracurricular activities and parking privileges upon testing positive. Parents' responses vary widely, highlighting concerns over invasion of privacy, allocation of funds, and efficacy compared to other community initiatives.
Proponents argue that such measures could deter drug use and identify students needing early intervention through counseling. However, critics, including panelists like Rob and Eli, argue against its punitive nature, questioning its effectiveness and potential harms. They emphasize that punitive measures may deter students from seeking help or disclosing drug use issues, potentially exacerbating rather than solving underlying problems.
The discussion also delves into legal and ethical dimensions, particularly regarding parental consent, students' rights, and the school's role in enforcing such policies. Kelly strongly opposes the policy, citing constitutional concerns, the focus on marijuana over other drugs, and questioning its effectiveness in addressing real issues faced by students.
Overall, while there is recognition of the need for addressing drug use among students, the panelists express reservations about the punitive nature of the proposed policy and suggest alternative approaches emphasizing support, education, and community involvement over enforcement.
The Non-Prophets, Episode 23.28.4 featuring Jimmy Jr., Rob, Eli Slack and Kelley Laughlin
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.
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Floresville ISD debates random drug testing for middle, high school extracurriculars
San Antonio Express News, By Melissa Manno, on June 24, 2024
https://www.expressnews.com/news/education/article/floresville-isd-considers-random-drug-testing-19508797.php?sid=6628c885020c5168ed00c05
The debate over implementing random drug testing for approximately one hundred students per year in Floresville Independent School District has sparked mixed reactions within the community. The proposed policy aims to curb drug use among students by enforcing punishments such as suspension from extracurricular activities and parking privileges upon testing positive. Parents' responses vary widely, highlighting concerns over invasion of privacy, allocation of funds, and efficacy compared to other community initiatives.
Proponents argue that such measures could deter drug use and identify students needing early intervention through counseling. However, critics, including panelists like Rob and Eli, argue against its punitive nature, questioning its effectiveness and potential harms. They emphasize that punitive measures may deter students from seeking help or disclosing drug use issues, potentially exacerbating rather than solving underlying problems.
The discussion also delves into legal and ethical dimensions, particularly regarding parental consent, students' rights, and the school's role in enforcing such policies. Kelly strongly opposes the policy, citing constitutional concerns, the focus on marijuana over other drugs, and questioning its effectiveness in addressing real issues faced by students.
Overall, while there is recognition of the need for addressing drug use among students, the panelists express reservations about the punitive nature of the proposed policy and suggest alternative approaches emphasizing support, education, and community involvement over enforcement.
The Non-Prophets, Episode 23.28.4 featuring Jimmy Jr., Rob, Eli Slack and Kelley Laughlin
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.
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San Antonio Express News, By Melissa Manno, on June 24, 2024
https://www.expressnews.com/news/education/article/floresville-isd-considers-random-drug-testing-19508797.php?sid=6628c885020c5168ed00c05
The debate over implementing random drug testing for approximately one hundred students per year in Floresville Independent School District has sparked mixed reactions within the community. The proposed policy aims to curb drug use among students by enforcing punishments such as suspension from extracurricular activities and parking privileges upon testing positive. Parents' responses vary widely, highlighting concerns over invasion of privacy, allocation of funds, and efficacy compared to other community initiatives.
Proponents argue that such measures could deter drug use and identify students needing early intervention through counseling. However, critics, including panelists like Rob and Eli, argue against its punitive nature, questioning its effectiveness and potential harms. They emphasize that punitive measures may deter students from seeking help or disclosing drug use issues, potentially exacerbating rather than solving underlying problems.
The discussion also delves into legal and ethical dimensions, particularly regarding parental consent, students' rights, and the school's role in enforcing such policies. Kelly strongly opposes the policy, citing constitutional concerns, the focus on marijuana over other drugs, and questioning its effectiveness in addressing real issues faced by students.
Overall, while there is recognition of the need for addressing drug use among students, the panelists express reservations about the punitive nature of the proposed policy and suggest alternative approaches emphasizing support, education, and community involvement over enforcement.
The Non-Prophets, Episode 23.28.4 featuring Jimmy Jr., Rob, Eli Slack and Kelley Laughlin
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.
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