From the Principal's Den

Mayville MS/HS

Dear Wildcat Family,

Happy New Year!

I want to take a moment to address an important and growing concern affecting schools across the country, including ours: youth vaping. Over the past few months, we have seen an increase in incidents involving vape devices among middle and high school students here at Mayville. While many students view vaping as harmless, the reality is very different. Vape devices—especially those containing nicotine or THC—pose serious health risks. Additionally, vape products continue to evolve rapidly, making them more potent and more appealing to young people.

Why This Matters for Our Students:

Health Risks: Nicotine exposure during adolescence can impact brain development, memory, attention, and emotional regulation. Some vape solutions also contain unknown chemicals, metals, or THC, which can create additional dangers.

School Consequences: Possession or use of vape devices on school property is prohibited. Students found vaping or in possession of a device will face progressive disciplinary consequences, as well as mandatory educational interventions and possible law enforcement involvement if substances like THC are discovered.

Peer Influence & Misinformation: Many students underestimate the risks or believe vaping is “safer” than cigarettes. Social pressure, social media trends, and flavored products contribute to increased experimentation.

How We Are Responding at School:

Increasing supervision and bathroom checks

Working with students through education and counseling supports

Offering resources for students who may already be struggling with nicotine dependence

Implementing consequences consistently while still focusing on student learning, safety, and wellbeing

How Families Can Help:

Have open and nonjudgmental conversations with your child about vaping

Keep an eye out for unfamiliar devices, chargers, or scents

Reinforce expectations about not using substances and the consequences of doing so

Reach out to us if you have concerns about your child—we’re here to support you!

Educational Resources for Families:

CDC – Quick Facts on Youth Vaping https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/e-cigarettes/youth.html

Truth Initiative – Vaping Facts & Quitting Support https://truthinitiative.org/topics/tobacco-products/e-cigarettes

My Life, My Quit (Free Teen Quitline and Text Support) https://mylifemyquit.com

American Lung Association – Helping Teens Quit Resources https://www.lung.org/quit-smoking/helping-teens-quit

Local Treatment:

List Psychological Services - vist https://listpsych.com/ or contact the Caro Office at (989) 673-5700
Free Transportation for Substance Misuse Treatment available by phoning (989) 672-6160 ext. 115

If you have questions, or feel your child may need support around vaping or other substances, please reach out to our office. Working together, we can help ensure our school remains a safe and healthy environment for all students.

Thank you for your partnership and ongoing support.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Jenna Tetil

Mayville MS/HS Principal

Skyward Information

As we start the new year, please check your student's Skyward to ensure information is correct: this includes phone number(s), email(s), and emergency contact(s).

Hello from Mrs. Nita Stevenson!

Hi, my name is Mrs. Stevenson. I have been a Wildcat all my life, an Oxford Wildcat

and a Mayville Wildcat. I have had the pleasure to call Mayville my home for over 30

years. I previously worked for Mayville Elementary School as the RTC parapro for over

10 years and I attended CMU and Ferris State University where I majored in Business

Administration and minored in Math. In my spare time I like to crochet, watch sports

(football, baseball and volleyball) and spend time with my 10 grandchildren.

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