- In New Hampshire, a new drug prevention curriculum is coming to Rochester schools in an effort to teach kids at a younger age. The LEAD program (Law Enforcement Against Drugs) will replace the DARE program.
- In Virginia, the Attorney General is launching a new online program that helps teens understand their rights while interacting with law enforcement. The program will be taught by SROs in Virginia schools.
- In Florida, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit has ruled that school officials did not violate the law when they required students to take breathalyzer tests before entering the school-sponsored prom. [Ziegler v. Martin County School District]
- In Georgia, school officials and law enforcement in Thomasville are implementing a new safety program called “see something, say something.” The program allows students to remain anonymous when reporting crimes within their school.