Events
October, 2024
Halloween Fun was Had by all!!!
September, 2024
T.U.P.E. (Tobacco-Use Prevention Education)
Derrick Kirk, the Youth Development Specialist on Tobacco Use Prevention, from the Contra Costa County Office of Education spoke to students at Prospects about the negative effects of smoking and vaping. One of our ENCORE teachers, Julie Cullimore, initiated this presentation as part of her TUPE program highlights and activities. Mr. Kirk covered the following topics:
Misconceptions of the percentage of teens who smoke
Effects of smoking on the body
Tobacco influences
Vaping research
Chemicals in vaporizers
Comparing cigarette vs. vaporizer marketing
Health effects of marijuana in teens