Mr. T the counselor at a large middle school, and he has been working with one troubled 9th grade boy who has had struggled with home issues. One day during a counselling session, a small plastic baggie of marijuana fell out of the student's pants pocket. Rather than report the drugs, Mr. T flushed the drugs down the toilet in the bathroom located in the counselor's suite and told the student not to bring drugs to school anymore.

What possible issues/ concerns might this scenario raise?

How could this situation become a violation of the law, an ethic code issue, or other school district policies?

what are some potential consequences for the teacher for the student and the school community?

What responses actions will result in a more positive outcome and the proactive measures might be considered?