D.A.R.E. is provided to the school by the City of Merriam and the Merriam Police Department. Officer Larry Birt serves as the D.A.R.E. Officer for the City of Merriam's elementary schools. Financial assistance is also provided by West Antioch's PTA and other forms of community assistance. Additionally, it establishes positive relationships between students and law enforcement, teachers, parents, and other community leaders.
Program occurs during the class day.