Telling your students to not do drugs is the first part of this vital conversation, but it doesn't stop there. Making sure that you share healthy coping skills and facts about the dangers of drugs is just as important. We need to empower students with the information they need to make healthy decisions for themselves. Help us Redefine the stay Drug Free conversation by adding facts and healthy copings skills to your conversations.

Because we know that talking to your students about substance use can be challenging and possibly even awkward, here are some conversation goals from SAMHSA's Talk. They Hear You campaign to get you started!

The Substance Use Awareness & Prevention Resource Portal is full of information surrounding substances such as marijuana, psychedelics, synthetics, vaping, and fentanyl. Resources and events are also updated to the site throughout the year. This can be a great tool and can be accessed at any time!

• Vaping is actually an aerosol. An aerosol contains pieces of metals!
• Vaping can cause cancer & heart problems.
• One pod is equivalent to about 1 pack of cigarettes.
• Vaping devices are slick and easy to conceal, some look like highlighters or even your smart watch!
• Vapes can contain nicotine, THC, meth, and fentanyl.

• October 2023-Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month
• October 23rd-31st, 2023-Red Ribbon Week
• January 25th, 2024- Parent Night
• March 18th-24th, 2024- National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) 2024
• April 19th, 2024- 2nd Annual Redefining 4/20 Expo

The CFISD LCDC can assist in many ways, such as parent presentations and staff development. The LCDC is able to join admin/counselor meetings, talk to students individually, or to just be a presence at your campus. The CFISD Guidance & Counseling Department and Substance Use Awareness & Prevention Program want to be there to support you with any substance use related needs. Use this form to submit your request for the LCDC to come to your campus!