September
15 -19 is the Freedom from Chemical Dependency Week, and we have invited a
prevention specialist from FCD Educational Services to join our community. FCD
is a non-profit organization that provides substance abuse prevention education
for schools. Since 1976, they have taught over a million students of all ages.
FCD
Prevention Specialists are highly trained professionals who have achieved
long-term recovery from alcohol or other drug addictions. This unique
perspective enhances the credibility of their message and provides students
with role models for happy, healthy, drug-free living. The FCD Prevention
Specialist will present multiple parent workshops to offer support and guidance
in helping your children enjoy a drug-free adolescence. You may choose to come
to any one or all of these meetings.
Some
of the topics to be addressed include:
•
Effective ways to communicate with your child about drugs and drug use
•
Up-to-date facts about current drug use and trends
• What
to say about your own experiences with alcohol and/or drug
• How
to spot early warning signs of trouble and effective ways to respond
These
parent meetings will take place on the following dates:
·
Monday, September 15th from 2:05 – 3:30 in the Hall of Light
·
Thursday, September 18th from 8:30 – 9:55 in the Hall of Light (specifically for parents who want to gain
understanding of how to support your student with the transition to college)
·
Friday, September 19th from 2:05 – 3:30 – in the Hall of Light (debrief about the week)
As a
parent, you also have the opportunity to meet with the FCD specialist for an
individual consultation if you choose. Please contact Priya Sarath at
spriya@aisch.org to schedule an appointment.
During
the week, the specialist will be meeting with students in groups, as well as
provide opportunities for students to drop in and connect on an individual
level.
This
program presents a perfect opportunity for discussing alcohol and other
drug-related issues with your children. Parental involvement is crucial to our
efforts to helping our students make healthy life decisions. We want our
students to hear from both school and home that we are committed to keeping our
children safe and empowering them with the tools to make smart choices.
Please
contact the High School Counseling Office if you have any questions.