i dont think it is the school's fault. however, i do think the guidance counselor should have alerted the parents ust for the betterment of the child. They should not be sued because they didnt. the school is not liable for their son's already drug addiction and i am sorry but, as parents we have to be responsible for our kids. guess what - if that means you have to spy, snoop, follow, question, or whatever on your child, then guesswhat, you have to do it. it is the parent's responsibility to know what is going on with his or her child.. .and yeah holtonb is not a perfect world, but we need to do better as parents and as a community with raising these kids.. speak up,,,, say something if you know something...and employers need to be involved with this as well and allow parents time to handle these matters. the county should not be sued because they are not to blame for the addiction or the suicide.. most likely the child would have tried it anyway becasue the problem had already existed... teachers... get involved and CARE.. Parents,,, keep up with your child cause the drug problem has probably been festering and YOU didnt notice your child changing right before your eyes.. sue yourself!