Independence Day – What you Need to Know
On Independence Day we recognize our country’s freedom by celebrating, often with BBQs and picnics before ending the day with fireworks. There’s nothing better than festivities with food, family, and...
View ArticleCar Talk with Your Kids
In my group of mom friends, I’m known as the Teen Whisperer. “My son told you more when you gave him a ride to the orthodontist than when I drive him anywhere,” declared a mom of a fellow teen....
View ArticleKids are Watching: Model Responsibility
Parents are the number one influence on their kids’ decision to drink—or not drink—alcohol, and this influence goes beyond just having those important conversations about the dangers of underage...
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Back to School: Opportunity, Success, and Growth
It’s time to get kids back to school! Helping your kids transition from their “summer-selves” to their “student-selves” involves using their summer experiences to shape the ways they move forward. The...
View ArticleSelf Care and Managing Stress as Educators
The school year is in full swing so now is a perfect time to pause and think about how you manage stress. To share some self-care strategies, we’ve asked Jessica Matheson, 2022 SHAPE America National...
View ArticleShine a Spotlight on Keeping Kids Alcohol Free
October 23-31 is Red Ribbon Week, and we want to shine a spotlight on what’s working to keep kids alcohol- and substance-free. Alcohol consumption among America’s teens is at or near record low...
View ArticleBuilding the Foundations of Meaningful Conversations this Winter
As winter begins, we’re reminded of the simple joys of childhood. And one of our favorites is building a snowman. What starts as a single snowball can grow into something much bigger—a perfect...
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Underage Drinking Rates Reach Record Lows
We are proud of the work that we do every day to help adults empower kids to say “YES” to a healthy lifestyle and “NO” to underage drinking. Together, we continue to make progress towards eliminating...
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New Underage Drinking Prevention Games with Kahoot! & We Are Teachers
We are excited to partner with both KAHOOT! and We Are Teachers to develop several interactive games that build on our Ask, Listen, Learn resources. These NEW interactive tools teach kids about how...
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Stay Informed, Stay Involved: National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week
This week is National Drug and Alcohol Facts week. This is a great time to start and continue conversations that will empower kids to say “NO” to underage drinking and underage cannabis use. Explore...
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