Note that several options may be appropriate for more than one stakeholder group and that collaboration improves the effectiveness of prevention. This assessment is more than a survey of alcohol and other drug use, violent incidents, and youth problems. It also looks for positive resources. Administrators create a long-term prevention plan with goals and measurable objectives. They evaluate prevention programs regularly.
Administrators demonstrate top-down commitment and active support for prevention efforts.
They include prevention concerns as a normal part of student orientation, in-service training, resource allocation, recognition, and reward programs. Administrators recognize and encourage community support for youth development initiatives and positive norms. They offer school facilities and resources for nonschool programs. Administrators develop collaborative partnerships with community agencies and organizations that foster positive youth development, especially through community service. Administrators build collaborative relationships with social service agencies in the community.