Infographic from Rockingham County Schools announcing a new student safety policy on water bottles. The headline reads, “Student Safety Is Our Priority.” The poster explains that metal and opaque water bottles are no longer allowed to help keep schools safe and reduce discipline issues. A section labeled “What Is Allowed” shows a clear plastic water bottle and states that only clear plastic water bottles with water only are permitted. Students may refill these bottles at water fountains and bottle filling stations. A section labeled “What Is Not Allowed” shows metal, opaque, insulated, and tinted water bottles with a prohibition symbol over them. The bottom of the poster lists reasons for the policy: clear bottles allow staff to see inside, help prevent the concealment of prohibited items such as vapes, and support a safe learning environment. A closing message reminds families to consider the policy when purchasing drink containers before the new school year.

26-27 RCS Water Bottle Policy

DMHS

July 18, 2026

Beginning this school year, Rockingham County Schools has adopted a new water bottle policy.

All students may bring clear plastic water bottles with water only. Metal, opaque, insulated, and tinted bottles will not be permitted. Please keep this change in mind when preparing for the new school year. Thank you.