HC DrugFree Upcoming Events
Power of Parents, It's Your Influence
"Parent Workshop"
Thursday, February 16, 2012
7:00 pm
Howard County Library, Miller Branch
Three out of every four kids say their parents are the leading influence on their decisions about drinking. Join us for a free, 35 minute Parent Workshop and receive a community-based handbook that provides parents with tools and tips for talking with teens about the dangers of underage drinking. This workshop is for parents of high school aged teens.
Co-sponsored by Mothers Against Drunk Driving and HC DrugFree.
"Parent 2 Parent"
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Centennial High School
Media Center
Find out what your kids don't want you to know about substance abuse. A panel of parents will describe their experiences with substance abuse in their children and what they did to deal with the challenges this caused in their families. Audience discussion follows, facilitated by a professional who can answer your questions and concerns about what parents should look for and what they can do. Ages 13 and up with adult.
Guest Speaker:
Cheri Carroll, Ordained Minister; Certified Rape Crisis Counselor; facilitator of parent support group 'Yes My Kid'; and hospital volunteer for support group of patients struggling with addictions of all kinds.
Co-sponsored by the Centennial School PTSA and HC DrugFree.