NCJ Number
110485
Date Published
1986
Length
35 pages
Annotation
The School-Community Primary Prevention Program was established in 25 California counties in 1982 and involved a variety of activities designed to prevent drug abuse over 3-year periods.
Abstract
The program rested on the premise that drug abuse is a multifaceted and complex program requiring interagency collaboration at all levels and unified, communitywide efforts. The programs covered three broad areas: 1) school and classroom-oriented programs, 2) school or community-based nonclassroom programs, and 3) family-oriented programs. The programs completed an average of 28.9 activities during the 3-year period, with emphasis on training, curriculum presentations, workshops and meetings, and media outreach. Target populations were student groups, parents, school personnel, communities, and teenage mothers. Almost 94 percent of the program directors rated their programs as very effective or somewhat effective. Map, tables, and appended charts and quarterly reporting form.