National Prevention Week is a week long event held May 7-13th, 2023 through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration(SAMSHA) in observance of prevention from various substances. To get more information, visit

https://www.samhsa.gov/prevention-week

 

 This year, SAMHSA is making the theme A Celebration of Possibility a permanent tagline. This is something everyone working or advocating for prevention can strive for on a daily basis, not just for this week!

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The Boone County Drug Prevention Coalition is involved by working with local schools and the local community to provide prevention methods through out Boone County. 

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The BCDPC has a scholarship available for seniors in Boone County. visit our scholarship page for more information on how to apply and submit for a change to receive $500.

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We will be present at Build- A-Bike on May 10th from 4-7pm at Hamblock Ford in Belvidere. Get information and learn more about how you can work with us in the future!

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Belvidere North High School will be presenting signage reminders for students to drive responsibly and make good decisions especially during prom season.

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Get involved in our activities! Be apart of our video contest by submitting a video about why prevention matters to you! See the section below to get more details on rules and how to submit. Also, everyday of the week of May 7-13th, wear the colors for each day! 

Monday: Prescription Drug and Opioid Misuse; Purple

Tuesday: Preventing Underage Drinking and Alcohol Misuse; Blue

Wednesday: Prevention of Illicit Drug Use and Youth Marijuana Use; Red

Thursday: Preventing Youth Tobacco Use( E-Cigarettes and Vaping); Grey

Friday: Preventing Suicide; Yellow 

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