tobacco historical significance in Colonial Virginia Introduction of Tobacco to England

A 100% tobacco-free campus policy protects the health of all students, staff, and visitors to your school

Posting Requirements All school areas where tobacco product usage is prohibited must conspicuously post nonsmoking area signs with bold block lettering at least three inches high stating Tobacco-Free School Tobacco Use Prohibited. All school areas where electronic nicotine-delivery system usage is prohibited must post nonsmoking area signs with bold block lettering at least three inches high stating E-Cigarettes and Vapor Devices Prohibited (RI General Law, Section 23-20.9-5)

This strategy has yielded results, with adult smoking rates plummeting from 35% in 1980 to around 10% in 2023

however, cigarette butts should be disposed of properly

READ: Lui, C.K., Mulia, N., Ye, Y., Patterson, D., Trieu, S.L

Youth Tobacco Use Prevention Resources: A curated list of youth-friendly tobacco prevention and education materials