Overall use patterns are still higher for Native Hawaiian students, but trends are either in their favor or similar to those of other students. Trends are favorable for Native Hawaiians as daily alcohol use and lifetime crystal methamphetamine use has decreased over time. However when compared to other populations their use rates are still higher. Trends are positive for both Native Hawaiians and all DOE students as more of them are at low risk of ATOD use and more of them are learning about the dangers of ATOD use. The percent of grade 12 Hawaiian students at low risk went from about 10 percent to over 30 percent.
Trends are similar for all groups in other areas.
Overall, there are some very strong signs that programs such as Kamehameha Schools' Safe and Drug Free are having positive effects. This program is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. However, it does not necessarily represent the policy of the Department of Education, and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government. 2001 Kamehameha Schools . All Rights Reserved.