We have all been exposed to tragedy within our community, so this message ad-dresses some points related to alcohol choices that you and your student make for life. Alcohol is a factor in at least half the deaths on highways each year. People like to drink with meals, with sports, with guests and at parties. In fact, drinking alcohol beverbeverages is generally acceptable in the US today as part of our way of life.
Alcohol is a quick trip.
One sip travels though your system in less than five minutes. Alcohol acts as a general anesthetic, slowing the activity of the spinal cord and brain. Alcohol is a liquid drug and is the most abused drug for all age groups. Like most things, there's nothing wrong with alcohol - under the right conditions. Adults who can drink responsibly can enjoy alcohol without serious consequences.