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The Thriving Youth and Community program provides cannabis prevention, intervention, and cessation support to middle and high school students who are at risk of using cannabis or are currently using cannabis. The program aims to support youth wellbeing, foster connection between youth and their school and community, and reduce disciplinary incidents.
There are three pathways of available services, depending on need:
- Pathway 1: Prevention - Eight weeks of Stanford Cannabis Awareness and Prevention Toolkit and Integrated Youth Development (IYD) interactive activities.
- Pathway 2: Intervention - The Seven Challenges substance use program motivates youth to evaluate their lives, consider the changes they wish to make, and succeed in achieving goals.
- Pathway 3: Cessation - Eight sessions of Project EX, a smoking/vaping cessation program that teaches goal-setting techniques and enhances self-esteem.
Thriving Youth and Community staff will help determine which pathway(s) is appropriate for each student. Assessments and programming can occur both during and after school.
Make a Referral:
Anyone can refer students to the program and student self-referrals are encouraged. To make a referral, complete the confidential referral form:
(English) https://www.pvpsa.org/tyc-referral
(Spanish) https://www.pvpsa.org/tyc-referral-spanish
Eligibility:
- Middle and high school students (ages 12-18) qualify for this free program.
Caring & Connected Adults:
Thriving Youth and Community provides training for adults (educators, caregivers, parents, and community members) to nurture skills in supporting youth and building resiliency.
For more information contact:
Sofia Cuentas at sofia.cuentas@pvpsa.org or call 831-728-6445 ext. 321