Students learn refusal skills, critical thinking, problem solving, goal setting, and interpersonal skills to avoid ATOD use. Students make use of support services such as student assistance and counseling when needed. Students are engaged in school and community activities supporting avoidance of ATOD use. Students participate in meaningful community service projects . Parents establish a home climate of caring and support.
Parents build and maintain high expectations for their children.
Parents establish clear rules and have effective discipline regarding ATOD issues and their children. Parents serve as role models who display high self-esteem, a positive attitude, and avoidance of ATOD use. Community members are aware of the extent of ATOD use by local youth. Community members are involved in shaping the school drug policy and selecting a drug education curriculum. Community members volunteer to be mentors for students who are at risk for ATOD use or school failure.