School-Based Programs

Botvin LifeSkills Training (LST) is an evidence and research based substance abuse prevention program proven to reduce the risks of alcohol, tobacco, drug abuse, and violence by targeting the major social and psychological factors that promote the initiation of substance use and other risky behaviors. This comprehensive and exciting program provides adolescents and young teens with the confidence and skills necessary to successfully handle challenging situations. Rather than merely teaching information about the dangers of drug abuse, Botvin LifeSkills Training promotes healthy alternatives to risky behavior. Botvin is developmentally appropriate for 5th grade through 8th grade.

Too Good for Drugs (TGFD)

Too Good for Drugs (TGFD) is a school based prevention program that teaches students how to be socially competent problem solvers. TGFD focuses on developing personal and interpersonal skills to resist peer pressures, goal setting, decision making, bonding with others, having respect for self and others, managing emotions, effective communication and social interactions. The program also provides information about the negative consequences of drug use and the benefits of a nonviolent, drug-free lifestyle. TGFD has a developmentally appropriate curriculum for each grade level through 8th grade.

Too Good for Violence (TGFV)

Too Good for Violence (TGFV) is a school-based violence and bully prevention, and character education program. It is designed to enhance prosocial behaviors and skills, and also improve protective factors related to conflict and violence. TGFV has a developmentally appropriate curriculum for 3rd-8th grade.

Health Topic Presentations

– The Mega Brain
– Vaping and the Brain
– Marijuana Tool Kit
– Tobacco Tool Kit
– The Vape Escape
– Alcohol Literacy Challenge
– And more

Summer Transition Programming

Our summer transition program has been designed to target youth that will be making a transition from elementary school to middle or Jr. High School. The program incorporates the Botvin Life Skills Training program, TGFD/TGFV, or Lions Quest with adventure based activities that promote cooperation, problem solving, trust, and leadership. Best for youth entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade.

Teen Intervene

Teen Intervene is designed as a comprehensive screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment (SBIRT) model of care. Teenagers who have experienced mild to moderate problems associated with alcohol or drug use (including vaping) work one-to-one with an addiction treatment counselor to identify and, ultimately, change their choices and behaviors within multiple sessions. Teen Intervene is designed to help teens who have experienced mild to moderate substance abuse, an assessment must first be completed to rule out a substance use disorder diagnosis. This assessment is completed with a trained staff member at the Council for Prevention. School districts can utilize this program to refer students who may be caught using drugs on school premises. Contact Courtney Gifford to refer students within your school district [email protected]

Educator + Staff Professional  Development

The Council for Prevention offers a variety of professional development topics for educators, administrators, and school staff to offer better understanding of the youth they work with and the concerns involving their health and wellbeing in society today. Topics include – self-care, the teenage brain, mental health, behavior management. Please see our catalog for more details and topics offered. For a complete list of Educator and Staff Professional Development topics and options please visit our Catalog of Services.