Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Red
Ribbon Week: Keeping It Real * — For
people who are recovering from drug and alcohol abuse,
the expression "keeping it real" means getting
real about their substance abuse and the impact it is
having on themselves and others. Students consider the
importance of being honest with themselves about the implications
and dangers of illegal drug use.
Key Ideas: Drug and Alcohol Use - Getting Honest
about the Seriousness of Substance Abuse - Addiction
Character Traits: Respect - Responsibility - Honesty
Red Ribbon Week: The Power of One * —One
person can touch thousands of lives. Red Ribbon Week was
founded in honor of one man who made a difference in reducing
drug trafficking. These materials will help your students
explore the notion that their individual thoughts and
actions affect others, and that one person can impact
the lives of many, for better or for worse.
Key Ideas: Ending drug and alcohol abuse - One
person can make a difference
Character Traits: Respect - Responsibility - Caring
- Courage
Red Ribbon Week: Additional Broadcast Messages *
Ecstasy – The Drug
Not Too Smart
What’s
Really Cool
Smoking:
Great American Smokeout * — Mind if
I don't smoke? Students consider that not
smoking is the truly respectful thing to do for themselves
and those around them.
Key Ideas: Smoking - Health
Character Traits: Respect - Courtesy
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