Explore our resources that teach kids how alcohol and cannabis impact their developing brain and body.
Our curriculum explores the impact of alcohol and cannabis on the developing brain and the online assessments enable you to measure your students’ knowledge before and after engaging with the Ask, Listen, Learn program by having students complete a pre-test and a post-test.
You know our trusted underage drinking prevention resources, but there are more conversations to be had! We have added an eighth module that addresses how underage cannabis use affects the developing brain.
Did you know that parents are the #1 influence on their kids' decision to drink-or not drink-alcohol? Conversations are key! Find facts, conversations starters, and more tips to keep the lines of communication open.
Jessica Matheson, 2022 SHAPE America National Health Education Teacher of the Year, provide some practical tips that will help you stay optimistic and forward thinking throughout the school year.
Now that the school year is in full swing, it’s a perfect time to pause and think about how you manage stress. Jessica Matheson, 2022 @SHAPEAmerica National Health Education Teacher of the Year & mom of 3 gives us 5 suggestions on how to take better care of your mental health and say "YES" to a healthy lifestyle and "NO" to unhealthy ways to manage stress.
🚴🏻♀️Exercise is one of the best ways to manage stress & release endorphins.
💬 Talking with your support system helps teachers feel less isolated.
📖 Incorporating reading into a regular routine allows teachers to recharge emotionally, stimulate their minds, and enhance their overall well-being.
📧 Deleting school email account from your phone cuts the invisible string tying you to work 24/7.
🫂Don’t hesitate to seek professional help since speaking to a counselor or therapist helps teachers manage stress and emotional challenges in a healthy way.
Keep those conversations going! Empower your kids to say "NO" to underage drinking and remind them that most kids don`t drink!
Underage drinking can negatively affect your brain development—including the ability to remember names, faces, and events.
