This year Wellness teacher Jay Murphy is using an updated
version of a curriculum called All Stars. All Stars is a
nationally-recognized, evidence-based prevention program that focuses on two
goals:
- Prevent
risky behaviors among adolescents
- Help
adolescents build positive and bright futures
As the All Stars Program explains, “The prevalence of
substance use increases as adolescents grow older. Research shows the later the
age someone begins to use substances, the less likely they will have problems
later in life. The goal of All Stars is to prevent use of alcohol, tobacco,
marijuana, prescription drugs and inhalant use for as long as possible during
the most at-risk years for adolescents.”
Students in Mr. Murphy’s 6-8 classes will participate in All
Stars units specifically designed to promote student assets and strengths and address the specific developmental needs of the age group. Visit the All Stars Website or reach out to Mr. Murphy form more information on the
curriculum.
Our Wellness course is just one piece of what needs to be a multi-pronged
prevention effort that includes families, the community and the schools. It is important for us to remember that students
need to hear messages about healthy choices from many different voices.
