Administrators build collaborative relationships with social service agencies in the community. Administrators, teachers, school board members, parents, police officers, treatment organizations, and private intervention groups meet to share ideas and expertise on education and prevention. Teachers receive training and support in implementing well-evaluated, developmentally based prevention education . Teachers improve their interpersonal skills with students. Teachers promote meaningful, engaged learning and establish high expectations for student performance.
Teachers serve as role models who display high self-esteem and a positive attitude.
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.