Tobacco Free Schools
In Ohio, only students are prohibited from using or possessing tobacco products on school grounds. It is up to individual school districts to regulate tobacco use on school grounds by staff and visitors. A 100 percent tobacco-free schools policy - a policy that prohibits smoking or any tobacco use on school grounds and at all school functions - reinforces educational messages about smoking and helps to reduce student tobacco use.
Hamilton County Public Health can assist your school district in developing a 100 percent tobacco-free schools policy. There is both financial and technical assistance available for policy development, enforcement and compliance. For more information, please send an e-mail or call (513) 946-7810.
Analysis
Ohio Schools Need 100% Tobacco-Free Policies (PDF)
Explanation of the need for a complete tobacco-free policy for Ohio's schools, as well as a list of essential elements for such a policy.
School District Compliance with the Smoke-Free Workplace Act (PDF)
Guidelines for school districts regarding the Ohio Smoke-Free Workplace Law, as well as answers to frequently asked questions.
Model Policies
Tobacco-Free Schools Model Policy (PDF)
Ohio
Tobacco Free Schools Toolkit