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Safe and Drug-Free Schools
The Safe and Drug-Free Schools program reinforces self-esteem, self-control and decision-making skills that promote healthy choices and a drug-free lifestyle among students from kindergarten through 12th grade. It supports teachers with training and resources to assist in effective instruction and provides programs to educate students and parents about the dangers of drugs, drug abuse, and available treatment and services.
The program offers guidance and support to school organizations that promote drug-free living (SHOUT, SHOP, SADD), and collaborates with the Frederick County Sheriff"s Office and School Resource Officers in delivering the 6th grade COP program. |
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Parents are the Most Important Factor in Keeping Children Drug Free Parents need to begin open conversations with their child as early as elementary school about drugs and the importance of avoiding the misuse and abuse of drugs.
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Curriculum Specialist:
Brett Stark
Resources
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Be prepared & firm
Make clear rules
Make your position clear Praise positive behavior |
Listen
Talk with your kids
Help with peer pressure
Open an ongoing
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Be involved
Be truthful and honest
Show your love
Be a good role model | It is important for parents to know the signs that a teenager has a substance abuse problem.
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Change in friends
Declining grades
Change in appearance and hygiene |
Use of incense, room deodorizer or perfume to hide smoke or chemical odors
Hostile or paranoid behavior |
Evidence of drug paraphernalia
Increase in borrowing money, missing items
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If You Suspect Your Child is Using Drugs Contact your child’s school counselor or other qualified health professional for assistance. A counselor can verify if there are changes in your child’s attendance, grades, friends, or attitude, which may indicate possible drug use. Some parents may want to have their child tested for possible drug use. The following are some options:
- Contact the Frederick County Health Department Substance Abuse Division, 301-600-3293. An addictions counselor will interview the teen, conduct a drug screening and administer a urine drug test based on screening information. The counselor will recommend treatment options.
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Contact your family physician who can write a referral for a drug test to be conducted at a local laboratory. This will provide a very accurate test, but parents should seek drug treatment for their child.
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Drug-testing kits are available at many local pharmacies. Parents need to be aware that teens know how to alter urine tests results. It is highly recommended parents seek immediate drug counseling and treatment for their child.
Drug Trends for FCPS The Maryland Department of Education conducts an Adolescent Survey every two years with 6th, 8th, 10th, and 12th graders across the state. Statistics provide a snapshot of current drugs of abuse, trend data and safety issues. View the most recent FCPS Drug Trends.
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Last Modified on 9/8/2009 10:44:25 AM
