Graves County High School approves tobacco-level discipline for caffeine pouches

What happened

Graves County High School’s council approved adding caffeine pouches to the school discipline matrix, with the same consequences as nicotine pouches or similar tobacco products. The motion passed 5–0 at the October 21 meeting; the minutes do not specify the penalties.

Why it matters to families

Students at Graves County High School who possess or use caffeine pouches will be subject to the same school discipline as students with nicotine pouches or similar tobacco products.

The evidence

The October 21, 2026 SBDM minutes state: “Recommendation to add caffeine pouches to the discipline matrix with the same disciplinary consequences for a nicotine pouch or similar tobacco product.” The minutes record a motion to approve, seconded, and approved 5–0.

The source