In a troubling incident that has sparked widespread concern, a substitute teacher from Lancaster, California, is facing serious allegations after reportedly administering cannabis-infused gummies to three young students during an after-school programme. The lawsuit, recently filed in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, claims that Felicia Boyd, 59, provided the THC-laced sweets to the boys, aged between eight and eleven, in order to commemorate the birthday of the youngest sibling.
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The incident allegedly occurred on 3 April 2025 while Boyd was supervising an after-school activity at Sierra Elementary School. According to the claim, the gummies were handed out as a way to “celebrate” the occasion, but the outcome was far from festive. The boys’ guardian asserts that after consuming the gummies, the children began to experience troubling symptoms, including lethargy and illness.
Following the incident, the three brothers were taken to the hospital for treatment, as their condition deteriorated due to what was later confirmed as cannabis poisoning. The boys’ aunt, who transported them to the medical facility, noted that one of the children had already begun to feel unwell when he was collected from school. In her recounting, she described the distress the boys felt, particularly when one exclaimed, “I can’t feel my body.”
The lawsuit names Boyd, Sierra Elementary School, and the local school district as defendants. It accuses them of negligence, including negligent hiring, supervision, retention, and training. Additionally, the complaint cites battery, asserting that Boyd’s actions directly harmed the children involved.
The particulars of the incident reveal that Boyd allegedly offered the children exotic dragonfruit-flavoured Nano Gummies, each containing 20mg of THC, the psychoactive compound responsible for the effects of cannabis. This raises alarms about not only the circumstances under which the teacher provided the gummies but also the potential grave risks associated with children inadvertently consuming cannabis-infused products.
According to statements made by the boys’ aunt to the Daily Mail, the alarming situation was brought to the attention of the school administration post-incident. She indicated that the school staff were informed about the inappropriate nature of Boyd’s actions, yet it raises questions about how such a significant lapse in judgement could occur within an educational setting.
In the lawsuit, it is alleged that Boyd possessed a controlled substance on school grounds and actively administered it to students. As a result, the plaintiffs reportedly sustained both physical and psychological injuries, along with severe emotional distress. The parents and guardians of children in the area are likely to be alarmed by this event, prompting discussions about safety in schools and the potential ramifications of cannabis edibles being mistaken for ordinary sweets.
Experts from the California Department of Public Health warn that children can easily confuse such edibles with regular candy, emphasising their heightened sensitivity to cannabis and susceptibility to severe reactions. Parents are advised to contact poison control services if their child consumes cannabis accidentally and to seek immediate help in emergencies.
As legal proceedings move forward, attorneys for the parties involved are scheduled to appear in court on 15 June. The district superintendent and the principal of Sierra Elementary School have yet to respond to requests for comments regarding the ongoing case, leaving many questions unanswered about the school’s policies and the measures taken to ensure student safety going forward.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for vigilance and strict adherence to regulations regarding controlled substances in educational environments. As communities reflect on the implications of this case, the safety of children in schools remains a critical and ongoing dialogue.