As society continues to evolve, so do the complexities and challenges facing our younger generations. More than ever, there's an urgent need to equip our children with the right knowledge, skills, and attitudes to help them navigate the world safely and responsibly. This need underscores the critical importance of starting prevention education at a young age - particularly, at the elementary school level.

Topics: high school, elementary school, middle school, back to school, public school, private school

As we wave goodbye to the relaxing days of summer and usher in the bustling fall season, the rhythm of life begins to change once again. August, a month filled with excitement and anticipation, marks not only 'Back to School Month' but also 'Family Fun Month.' So why not combine these two unique themes and make the transition back to school an engaging and enjoyable experience for the whole family?

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, love, affection, hug

As we navigate the hectic tempo of modern living, one aspect often gets relegated to the back burner – self-care. As the culture of 'busyness' grows, we sometimes forget that our most fundamental responsibility is to ourselves and our well-being. 

Topics: Family Day, family bonding, family dinner, mental health, Family Table Time, love, affection, hug

Every year, July 17th is celebrated as "Hug Your Kids Day." This occasion serves as a reminder for parents of the importance of showing affection to their children, but it should not be a once-a-year event. Love and warmth are vital every day in a child's life, as they directly contribute to a child's emotional and psychological development.

Topics: summer, mental health, love, affection, hug

In today's interconnected world, digital technology has become an integral part of our daily lives.

Topics: parenting, positive parenting, Facebook, summer, miami, tiktok, instagram, snap chat

What do Education, Prevention, and Law Enforcement have in common?

Topics: drugs, opioids, summer, fentanyl, miami, mental health

Helping Kids Grow Up Safe, Healthy, and Drug-Free

Topics: Joe's Stone Crab, drugs, opioids, summer, fentanyl, miami, mental health

Summertime is a season filled with joy, adventure, and the perfect opportunity for kids (and educators!) to take a break from their studies and enjoy some well-deserved fun.  However, it's crucial to acknowledge that the summer months can also present potential risks, particularly when it comes to substance misuse among children. 

Topics: drugs, opioids, summer, fentanyl, mental health

When 13-year-old Dillon Reeves noticed his Michigan school bus driver’s head drop forward and her hands fall from the steering wheel, he raced to the front of the bus, turned the wheel to avoid hitting a car at the intersection, and hit the brakes.

Topics: marijuana, brain development, social media, drugs, opioids, myths, fentanyl

On Valentine’s Day, 2021, 19-year-old Logan Rachwal had an argument with his girlfriend and popped what he thought was Percocet, a painkiller that he bought on the social media app Snapchat. Logan fell asleep and never woke up.

Topics: marijuana, brain development, social media, drugs, opioids, myths, fentanyl