Effective, August 1st, 2008 - All FCS Property is Tobacco Free

The North Carolina state legislature passed a law in 2007 stating that all public schools in North Carolina will be tobacco free effective August 1st, 2008.

The Law by the book:

"North Carolina Law prohibits at all times the use of any tobacco product by any person in school buildings, in school facilities, on school campuses, and in or on any other school property owned or operated by the local school administrative unit."  - General Statute 115C-407

Smoking Cessation Classes

In an effort to assist employees and students who are interested in quitting smoking, there will be smoking cessation classes offered in April or May and July of 2008. Refer to this website in the future for specific times and dates of the classes. Classes will be held in the Mitchell Media Center on Dogwood Drive in Louisburg. A class consist of four hours, one hour each on Tuesday and Thursday for two consecutive weeks. The first class schedule will be on April 15, 17, 22 and 24 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. each day. Additional classes are yet to be announced, but could take place in July if requested.

For more information, contact Monty Riggs (ASAP) to indicate interest and choice of classes or any other questions. The best way to contact Mr. Riggs is through email at montyriggs@fcschools.net.

Additional resources

NC Tobacco Use Quitline: 1-800-QUIT-NOW (784-8669)

Blue Cross / Blue Shield - Health Coaches - 1-800-817-7044

Online Counseling Link

State Health Plan Link

All of the above services are FREE!