New Scent Free Policy

Submitted by colleenpower1 on Sat, 12/15/2007 - 15:12.

We have a new policy regarding the use of scented products in school. This policy will take place effective January 2008.

O’Donel High School Scent-Free Policy
Due to the health concerns arising from exposure to scented products, O’Donel High School has instituted this policy to provide a scent-free environment for all staff, students and visitors.

Definitions:
While we acknowledge that the medical community is uncertain if there is a cause-and-effect relationship between scents and disease, we respect the symptoms experienced by staff and students. The use of scented products will not be allowed within the building at any time. In addition, all materials used for cleaning will be scent-free (where ever possible).

Procedures:
Students, staff, parents and visitors will be informed of this policy through signs posted in the building, our policy handbook, promotional materials and our website. Visitors will be informed of this policy through signs. Any violations of this policy will be handled by

  1. warning the person of the scent-free policy
  2. requesting the person in violation make an effort to wash the scent off
  3. asking the person to leave the premises until they are scent-free