Spring: A Season of Celebrations
We are entering a
season of celebration for students. With
prom, end of year activities and graduation day, the coming weeks will present
plenty of opportunities for teens to consider engaging in high risk behavior,
especially drinking alcohol and using other drugs. During this time as much as ever, our teen
needs your help to remain safe and healthy.
As
a parent reinforce your expectations. Throughout their high school years, parents
and community members have set rules and established consequences for breaking
them. Perhaps you have loosened up a few
rules over time. The increased
privileges of being an upperclassman do not include irresponsible behavior like
drinking and drug use, especially when connected with driving. Be clear, be
firm, and be consistent so that your teen knows these actions remain
unacceptable. Helpful information can also be found at www.healthyyouth.org/links.php.
As community members, we are asking you to help us create a climate of
celebration that is safe and memorable, ensuring future health and happiness for
our students and their friends.
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monthly message is provided by coalition board members. If you have further
questions or comments about this message or would like information on how to
become involved with the Community Coalition for Healthy Youth, please email ahendrix@tompkins-co.org
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For more information on-line, go to Links – Tips for Families, Parents and Youth Workers