Keeping Ashland Healthy -Season 1 Episode 4: “Prevention/Education in our local schools.”Keeping Ashland Healthy -Season 1 Episode 4: “Prevention/Education in our local schools.”
Keeping Ashland Healthy
“Keeping Ashland Healthy” is the new podcast from The Mental Health and Recovery Board of Ashland County. Prevention Educators Leanne White, Wendy Lemon and Kris Hickey on episode 4 discuss - “Prevention/Education in our local schools.” The Mental...
31:41•10 Aug 2021
School Prevention Programs: Building a Healthier Future in Ashland
“I love what we do and I'm so excited when I get to work with kids, because I realized that we're setting these tones and messages and like seeds, like Chris was saying, for the future, because these kids are going to grow up and even make more changes than we've made in our time”
Ever thought about the crucial role schools play in shaping healthier futures? In this engaging episode of 'Keeping Ashland Healthy', Prevention Educators Leanne White, Wendy Lemon, and Kris Hickey dive into the heart of prevention education in local schools. They discuss the significance of introducing these lessons early, focusing on socio-emotional issues that can lead to substance use later in life.
It's not just about what they teach but how they adapt these lessons to different age groups, making it relevant and impactful. However, the challenge lies in coordinating school schedules to ensure every child gets the benefit of these essential lessons. The educators highlight the importance of each child's participation in these programs, emphasizing that every small step contributes to a healthier and better world.
If you're curious about how schools can be a powerful force in preventing substance abuse, this episode is a must-listen.
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