Tips for a Successful New School Year

Tips for a Successful New School Year

Submitted by a recent college graduate. As the new school year is nearing, it’s normal to feel a mix of excitement and nerves. Whether you’re moving up a grade or entering a new school, the adjustment can be challenging. But with the right mindset and a few practical tips, you can make this year one…

The Positive Impact of our Life Skills Classes

The Positive Impact of our Life Skills Classes

As a two-time college instructor for HC DrugFree’s Life Skills Classes, I have been fortunate to facilitate and witness the positive impact that the Life Skills course makes on our local students. By educating about the risks of substance use, practicing social skills for a variety of situations, and empowering students to increase their self-esteem…

Witnessing a Unique Impact on Middle and High School Students

Witnessing a Unique Impact on Middle and High School Students

The last two weeks of July had Howard County middle schoolers racking their brains for personal situations, fingers gripped to their mouse to reach first place in daily Kahoots, and eyes intently glued to their instructors! The Life Skills Course, hosted by HC DrugFree, is aimed to educate and support middle aged students in their…

TAC Talks: Choosing Classes and Clubs

TAC Talks: Choosing Classes and Clubs

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented…

TAC Talks: Sleep Matters!!!!

TAC Talks: Sleep Matters!!!!

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented…

TAC Talks: Managing Stress

TAC Talks: Managing Stress

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented…

TAC Talks: High School – Fact vs. Fiction

TAC Talks: High School – Fact vs. Fiction

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented…

TAC Talks: Utilizing School Resources

TAC Talks: Utilizing School Resources

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on…

TAC Talks: Time Management

TAC Talks: Time Management

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on Time Management is…

TAC Talks: Transitioning from Middle to High School

TAC Talks: Transitioning from Middle to High School

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on Transitioning from…