Teens Raising Awareness About Healthy Choices

Release, Berekely County School District:

Goose Creek High's Service Learning class is hosting a series of events to raise awareness about healthy choices. The events will focus on topics such as sexual activity, abstinence, healthy relationships, sexually transmitted diseases, underage drinking and substance abuse.

"As prom and summer break are approaching, we wanted to provide information for students to remind them about making wise decisions," said Denetria Fleming, a junior in the Service Learning class. "It's important to think about consequences before acting. These events will connect students with great information and support."

On Apr. 24 from noon to 3:30 p.m., the Service Learning class will host a 'Teen Health Fair' in the school's media center. The fair will provide information from organizations such as the State Troopers' Association, the S. C. Department of Social Services, People Against Rape, Lowcountry AIDS Services, My Sister's House, The Point Clinic, Liza's Lifeline, Roper St. Francis and MUSC's 'EMPOWERR' Program. Students can visit the media center during their lunch periods to learn about these organizations and about the importance of making healthy choices in their lives. 

On Apr. 26, from 9:45-10:45 a.m., the class will host a "Healty Choice Assembly" featuring guest speaker Meesha Means from North Charleston-based 'People Against Rape' and Erica Moore, board member for Florence Crittenton, and a former teen parent. Speakers will provide information and encouragement to the student body on the topic of relationships and making choices that will positively impact their lives. The assembly is free and open to the public. Visitors should visit the school's main office for a pass to attend the assembly. 

Service Learning students responsible for the project are: Devin Bohnenstiehl, Jacquanda Brooks, Denetria Fleming, Milenna Hasenauer, Brianna McGarvie, Kenya McGee, Samantha Peters, Jhalyn Presswood, TC Sebold, Taneeka Simington, Diemend Richardson, Monica Smith, Savannah Smith, Alexis Williamson, and DeMichael Whaley.