Alternative to Suspension Resources

Healthy Futures alternative to suspension curriculum is a newer component of the Tobacco Prevention Toolkit from Stanford University. It adapts some materials from the prevention modules of the Toolkit while incorporating aspects of motivational interviewing.

 

Sequence: 1, 2, and 4-hour curricula available

Grades: Middle (7/8) and high school (9-12) students

 

Training: Contact us for information about training on the Healthy Futures Curriculum or other components of the Toolkit.

 

 

INDEPTH was developed by the American Lung Association in partnership with the Prevention Research Center of West Virginia University. INDEPTH is an interactive program that teaches students about nicotine dependence, establishing healthy alternatives, and how to move past nicotine addiction.

 

Sequence: Four 50-minute sessions

Grades: Middle (7/8) and high school (9-12) students

 

Training: INDEPTH facilitator training is free and self-paced on the program website.

 

 

YVAPE is an alternative to suspension program for students facing disciplinary action for vaping. It utilizes phone counseling and educational materials to establish a relationship with students, help them learn about their vaping behavior, and promote a dialogue between students and parents.

 

Sequence: Two 20-minute counseling sessions and videos/discussion

Grades: Middle (7/8) and high school (9-12) students

 

Enrollment: No cost. Contact [email protected] to enroll your school.

 

 

Brief Intervention is a counseling intervention for adolescents who use alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs. Developed by Dr. Ken Winters, it uses motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and the stages of change model to meet the needs of students. It is designed for use by paraprofessionals in school and community settings.

 

Sequence: Two to four 45-minute sessions

Grades: Middle (7/8) and high school (9-12) students

 

Training: Contact us for information about training on the Brief Intervention Strategy.