Guiding Policies and Reference Materials
- Based on general guidelines approved by the Dangerous Drugs Board through Board Regulation No. 6 dated August 1, 2003.
- Supplementary reference to DepEd Order No. 5, s. 2003, which contains the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of RA 9165.
Administrative Responsibilities
- Regional Directors (RDs), Schools Division/City Superintendents (SDSs), and school heads are charged with overseeing program implementation.
- Specific responsibilities include:
- Disseminating guidelines on random drug testing to teachers, students, and parents.
- Establishing a Selection Board in each school to conduct random sampling of students.
- Designating a drug counselor responsible for guidance and counseling of students identified as drug users.
- Coordinating with relevant government agencies to ensure proper adherence to procedures and mechanics.
- Ensuring confidentiality of the drug test results.
Financial Responsibility for Drug Testing
- All costs associated with conducting drug tests shall be borne by the government.
Additional Information and Contact
- Further inquiries can be directed to Dr. Thelma G. Santos, Director III, School Health and Nutrition Center, at specified telephone numbers.
Directive for Implementation
- The order mandates immediate dissemination and compliance to effectively implement the random drug testing program in all covered schools.