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High School Uses Unique Prevention Strategies

San Clemente High School "Reality House Party"


On Saturday, October 10 there will be Underage Drinking at San Clemente High School! This is a unique strategy to engage parents and community members in a much needed dialog about what really happens at high school parties.

This event will use reality theater to portray actual situations that can and do happen. Many adults believe teen parties are the same as when they were young; this event will show current realities.

The Wellness & Prevention Center, located on the San Clemente High School campus, together with local prevention experts, is working hard to reduce underage drinking and substance abuse in the community.

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This event is one of the many ways they are engaging parents in the discussion. It is very impactful and highlights what parents need to be aware of. Parents often leave saying “I had no idea.”

Who: Parents of teens, appropriate for adults only

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When: Saturday, October 10, 2015, 1:30-6:00 p.m. Tours every half hour

Where: San Clemente High School room 600 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente 92673

Space is limited, and registration is required.

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After the 30 minute tour, prevention experts and mental health professionals will be available to answer parents questions and a taco truck will be provided by The Noble Path Foundation.

In partnership with: National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence—Orange County, Orange County Sheriff Department, California Highway Patrol, Capistrano Unified School District, Community Outreach Alliance (COA), The Noble Path Foundation

FROM PAST ATTENDEES:

“I had no idea I could be legally responsible for kids using alcohol and drugs in my home — even if I did not know.”

“I now realize how social media can really get our kids in seriously dangerous situations.”

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