School Superintendent John Robidoux, along with Police Chief Dennis King and Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker, sent a message home with Marblehead High School students on Tuesday, asking “every family and every student to make safety the priority” as prom and graduation season approaches.
“We are asking parents and guardians to speak directly with their students before prom night,” the letter reads. “Please know where your student is going before and after the event, who they will be with, who is supervising any gathering and how transportation will be handled. Clear expectations, active supervision and a plan for getting home safely remain the strongest tools for prevention.”
Robidoux, King and Tucker are all expected to attend a Board of Health meeting Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Mary Alley Building to talk about underage drinking and other issues. You can watch the meeting live HERE.
“Massachusetts law prohibits furnishing alcohol to anyone under 21,” the letter continues. “So-called ‘social host’ violations are not minor matters, and they create serious safety risks for young people and can result in criminal charges. We urge all parents, guardians and residents to help keep our community safe by not hosting underage drinking at homes, parties or gatherings.”
The letter concludes: “Our shared message is simple: celebrate responsibly, look out for one another and make choices that ensure every student return home safely. Working together as students, families, schools, police and community partners we can keep prom and graduation season focused on the achievements our young people have earned.”
