Students Banned From Bringing a Popular Item to School

A Hudson Valley school district has informed students and parents that they will no longer be allowed to bring a popular item to school.

The Newburgh Enlarged City School District has announced that they have made a change to the districts protocol in its schools regarding the types of beverage containers students are allowed to bring to school.

Metal Water Bottles Banned at Schools in Newburgh, New York

The school district informed students/parents on May 7th, stating that in light of recent safety issues at schools within the Orange County, NY school district, they have made a change to the district's protocol regarding beverage containers on campus.

The district acting Superintendent of Schools Dr. Lisa Buon said that beginning on May 13th, 2025 students will no longer be allowed to bring any aluminum/stainless steel drinking containers to any Newburgh Enlarged City School District (NECSD) schools. "This includes all reusable aluminum/stainless steel water bottles and beverage containers, regardless of brand or design, " said Dr. Buon.

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The district said that they understand that the metal bottles have become popular due to their durability and environmental benefits, but explained "they pose unique difficulties when it comes to ensuring they are used appropriately in a school setting." The district is asking that students use clear plastic reusable bottles moving forward to help school staff maintain a safe, respectful learning environment for all students.

Why Have Metal Water Bottles Been Banned in Newburgh, NY?

The district explained that the decision to ban the containers was made "in response to growing concerns about student safety" although they didn't provide an example of a specific incident that led to the ban. There have been reports recently of fights between students within the district that involved students allegedly assaulting each other by using the metal water bottles as a weapon.

The district did say that metal water bottle ban is for students ONLY! School faculty and staff will continue to be permitted to use aluminum/stainless steel containers.

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