Oklahoma Schools Provided Fentanyl Education
State legislation now mandates that middle and high school students receive training on opioid overdose prevention.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Substance Abuse
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More than 100 students at Salina Middle School recently attended an assembly focused on the dangers of fentanyl and the use of naloxone. This training session aligns with the requirements of Rain’s Law, which now mandates drug awareness education for students in grades six through 12 across Oklahoma.
Why it matters
The law was enacted following advocacy from bereaved parents who seek to prevent future overdose deaths through school-based awareness. This shift ensures that students receive formal guidance on recognizing opioid risks and administering reversal medication.
State policy now mandates fentanyl education for all students in grades six through 12 following the passage of Rain’s Law in 2026. While the program reached over 100 students at one assembly, the long-term effectiveness of this statewide educational approach remains under investigation.
The players
Greg Swan
A bereaved parent who conducts assemblies to educate students on fentanyl risks.
Karla Carlock
A parent who shares her personal account of losing a child to prevent future deaths.
The details
Rain’s Law introduces standardized substance abuse education into the curriculum to address the risks posed by fentanyl. During the recent assembly, instructors demonstrated the use of naloxone, a medication designed to rapidly reverse an opioid overdose, providing students with practical knowledge on how to respond in an emergency. These sessions are intended to equip youth with the awareness necessary to identify potential poisoning risks.
Timeline
April 3, 2013: Drew Swan died.
2023: Rain Reese died.
2026: Rain's Law passed.
Health Landscape
The implementation of Rain's Law marks a significant shift in how Oklahoma addresses opioid prevention within public schools. This development follows a pattern of state-level interventions designed to place lifesaving reversal tools and education directly into the hands of the student population.
Families across the state should be aware that their middle and high school students will now receive formal drug awareness training. If you have questions about the curriculum or how to access naloxone in your home, consider starting a conversation with your family physician.
The takeaway
Fentanyl poisoning remains a critical health risk that requires public awareness and readiness. Consider discussing the signs of opioid overdose and the importance of having naloxone available with your doctor or a local public health professional.
What happens next
Greg Swan and Karla Carlock are scheduled to conduct further fentanyl education assemblies at additional schools throughout the state.
Further reading
Learn more about the latest resources for preventing misuse in our Substance Abuse section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by News On 6.
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