A contingency of Montana prevention professionals and youth attended CADCA in Washington, D.C. this week. It included Capitol Hill Day and visits with all four of Montana’s delegation. Montana Coffee with Montana prevention professionals and youth Youth speaking with Senator Tester Meeting with Representative Rosendale’s staff Meeting with Senator Daines’ staff Meeting with Representative …
Here are some updates on the work that CTC coordinators are accomplishing across the state. Anaconda/Deer Lodge County (ADLC) – is examining similarities between several prevention efforts in the community to move towards launching the Community Board Orientation. Custer County held a very successful Key Leader Orientation at the beginning of January and are gearing …
Who inspires you -My mom Best gift ever given? I had someone’s passport photo made into a stamp for their birthday. Your motto: -“Jesus Take the Wheel” Favorite sport:-Dance and Wrestling (my kids sports) Favorite day of the year-”That’s a tough one. I would have to say April 25. Because it’s not too hot, not …
Favorite kind of book: Self-improvement/motivational Best gift ever received: A second chance at life Your motto: “No matter what” and “Always forward” Short and sweet. Favorite sport: Rugby! Where did you grow up?: Los Alamos, New Mexico I can’t start my day until…I drink some coffee and pet my dog Something interesting about you: I …
Who inspires you: people who remain true to their beliefs and always try to do the right thing Best gift ever given? When my tour at Fort Wainwright in Fairbanks, Alaska, came to an end, the Soldiers of the battalion gave me a custom plaque with an engraved message of thanks Your motto: It varies …
Stephanie partnered with Broadwater DUI Task Force, the Sheriff’s Office, Buckle Up Montana, and Rotary to host a Youth Super Bowl party at the high school. Prizes were given away at half time and after the game to keep kids there in a safe environment for the whole game. More than half of the kids …
On February 23, Prevention Services in Custer County had a family paint night in which Melissa Giddis, a 5th grade teacher in town, led participants step-by-step painting a picture of flowers in a jar. There were 30 people who showed up to participate.
The first major activity in January was winter sledding. There was a HUGE turnout with the kids and families. To keep the good spirits high they attended the Good Road to life workshop which was 3 days total. There was a town hall event for the community and also two 988 awareness events with guests …
The prevention services’ Valentine’s Day party in collaboration with drug free communities garnered a significant turnout, offering both fun-filled activities and valuable substance education for attendees of all ages, including parents and children. Moreover, participants had the opportunity to win prizes. Notably, the Sidney Police Department actively engaged in the event, capturing memorable moments with …
Students often think that the social norms of their peers are less healthy than they really are. They tend to exaggerate the amount of substance use really going on among their peers. Thanks to our friends at Adapt, they have been sharing weekly flyers on social norming.
