High school health teachers call on us to deliver scientific, fact-based drug information for their classes. We don’t preach, judge, or exaggerate; instead we equip teenagers with the knowledge so that they can make informed choices.
High School Prevention Programs
Helping young people make healthy choices every day.
For information or to schedule please contact:
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St. Louis County and the Metro East
Jenny Mullen (she/her)
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St. Louis City
Joy Carter (she/her)
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Lincoln and Warren Counties
Jessi Hogan (she/her)
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Franklin County
Cindy Wyatt (she/her)
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St. Charles County
Kim Sherony (she/her)
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Jefferson County
Libby Brim (she/her)
[email protected]
Grades 9-12
Check Your Attitude
This four (or five)-lesson unit presents information on specific drugs (e.g. alcohol, tobacco/vaping, marijuana and prescription drugs).
Learn MoreChampions – Goin’ the Distance
This six-hour training empowers student athletes to use their influence to assist schools in preventing teen alcohol and other drug use. Coaches and parent workshops are also available.
Learn MoreFriends Help Friends
This five-hour workshop provides teens with the knowledge, skills and confidence to talk constructively to someone whose substance use or other behavior is a cause for concern.
Learn MoreHiSTEP (High School Taught Education Program)
A six-hour peer teaching model where teens learn to teach prevention lessons to students in grades 1-8 on such topics as: friendship, self-esteem, handling bullies, problem-solving, managing feelings, making healthy choices, and staying away from alcohol and other drugs.
Learn MoreIt’s Complicated
A six-hour peer teaching model where upperclassmen learn to teach underclassmen about the science and effects of cannabis on the teen brain. Peer educators will present 3 lessons in total.
Learn MorePeer Helping
Youth learn listening and problem-solving skills and how to make referrals to adults who can help. Peer helpers can also tutor or mentor peers. Training can last from one to five days depending on the school’s goals.
Learn MoreTryPOD (Try Putting Off Drinking)
This six-hour peer teaching model trains high school juniors and seniors to teach freshmen and sophomores the latest research on the effects of binge drinking on the developing teen brain.
Learn MoreTeen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA)
Science-based drug education without judgment, empowering teens to make informed choices.
Learn MoreHigh School Peer Mediation
This six-hour training prepares teens to facilitate a problem-solving process for peers in conflict.
Learn MoreSee what we offer for elementary and middle school.
Elementary School
Grades K — 5
In K-5, we rarely talk about alcohol and drugs. Instead, we build life skills, like how to be a good friend, manage uncomfortable feelings, and solve problems peacefully. Our lessons are fun, engaging, and age appropriate.
View K-5 Programs
Middle School
Grades 6 — 8
Middle school is a battlefield. Our lessons recognize the landmines that middle schoolers encounter each day and teach them how to navigate things like peer influence, setting/achieving goals, alcohol, and drugs in a healthy way.
View 6-8 Programs“I didn’t know that everyone has risk factors that affect drug use. Now that I do, I’m really trying to incorporate that into my life to keep me on pace and stay away from drugs and drug use.”
Adolescent, 17
“This program was very helpful. My son is taking more accountability and responsibility at home. The program classes, plus the time away from school, has made a difference in his attitude.”
Parent of Adolescent
“I think this is a really good way of educating people while also keeping it interesting, so that people are more open to learning because it isn't as boring as some other drug programs."
Adolescent, 17
“I am profoundly grateful for your unwavering support and expertise in guiding my child towards recovery. Your dedication and professionalism have been instrumental in this life-changing journey. My child’s newfound sobriety stands as a testament to your remarkable efforts."
Parent of Adolescent
"It was very informative and I learned more about the brain and how it's affected by substances. I'm definitely going to apply what I've learned in my everyday life."
Adolescent, 17
“This program has been so good for my child. He learned a lot. His focus now will be doing better in school and working to save money. Thank you for all the support at a time that I didn’t know how to deal with this.”
