KHSD officials report on Narcan use, announce meeting on dangers of fentanyl
Sep. 27—Kern High School District officials reported Narcan, the name for a nasal spray given to those suspected of suffering from an opioid overdose, has been administered five times on district campuses this school year, according to a news release Monday evening.
The announcement was made ahead of a meeting the district is holding at 6 p.m. Tuesday in O'Neill Hall at North High School to warn parents about the dangers of drugs, warning signs and community resources that are available.
"The Kern High School District's Student Behavior and Supports team has conducted over 40 presentations to students, staff and parents about the dangers of drugs, including fentanyl," according to the news release, "and will continue to do so to help educate our community about the lethal dangers of drug use."
The release also noted the district is in the process of providing training to additional staff members regarding the administration of Narcan.
