Designed to enable students to comply with the tobacco use policy, the program promotes healthier life-styles for students and their families by helping them to understand tobacco use behaviors. Classes are conducted in a positive atmosphere by professionals who provide information, skills, and resources to help students make reasonable decisions about tobacco use. The intent of the program is to encourage students to become tobacco free. The mandatory parent information meeting provides an overview of the program content, the board policy regarding tobacco use, and requirements for successful completion. A discussion of ways that parents can help their children remain tobacco-free in school is one of the most important aspects of the parent session.
Parents are welcome to attend the remaining two class sessions with students, if desired.