With this information, the students are able to rationally decide and justify their reasons for abstaining from alcohol and other drugs. During the past few months, Smart Kids was also taught in Portledge School in Locust Valley. Although schools are now on summer break, a busy schedule is planned for the Fall. There is still room, however, for additional schools interested in bringing Smart Kids to their students. To add to the program s credibility, and have it become a research-based program, a volunteer intern is being sought to develop and implement an evaluation tool to be utilized both prior to and following the Smart Kids Prevention Program.
Hours are flexible and travel to and from schools is necessary.
And their having access to this program has proved to be of inestimable value to those who need assistance. Available services were explained to the members of the group who will be contacting their network of associates to help the program expand. The Council provides confidential assessment and referral services to school district employees and their immediate family members. It is private and confidential. It is available to you and your family.