HELPING TEENS AVOID DRUGS
"Power to Succeed Program"
by Shirley Sliter
October 22, 2009
As a kickoff activity for "Red Ribbon Week" ,which is celebrated in schools all over the United States, Leakey ISD is presenting the "Power to Succeed". This presentation is part of the "Aim For Success" program on Abstinence, which has been presented for the past eight years. The focus this year however, is preventing drug use and abuse by making wise choices. The Parent Program is on Oct 22nd from 4:30-5:30 in the school library. Student presentations begin with elementary at 8:30 on Oct 23rd in the Gym.
Aim for Success motivational programs have educated over 1.5 million young people across America during the past 15 years on topics such as sex, drugs, and alcohol.
"Power to Succeed" examines the problems of drugs and addiction. Tobacco, alcohol,marijuana, cocaine, and prescription drugs are just a few of the drugs discussed in this presentation, where students will learn about the impact drugs can have on their family, future goals of college and career, and even their future spouse and children. The program clearly demonstrates that avoiding drugs provides freedom from these problems while providing freedom to fulfill dreams and goals. The Parent Program includes a preview of the student presentation and equips parents with creative ways to help protect their children from drugs.
