Red Ribbon Week
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October 23, 2005
Government research has shown that to be effective, a drug prevention program must be built on scientifically accurate information about the harmful effects of drugs. In honor of Red Ribbon Week, October 23 through 31, here are my picks for educating ourselves and our kids about drug and substance abuse.
Red Ribbon Works
In 1985, Special Agent Enrique ‘Kiki” Camarena of the Drug Enforcement Agency was kidnapped and killed by Mexican drug traffickers. Each October, thousands of schools and communities demonstrate their commitment to a drug-free life by celebrating Red Ribbon Week in his honor. Red Ribbon Works offers ideas for implementing Red Ribbon Week, informative anti-drug articles for parents and teachers, and a catalog of products (such as stickers and ribbons) to purchase for Red Ribbon Week…
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Mitch Stouffer
August 28th, 2008
at 1:45pm
Prevention Partners is a great source for information and materials for Red Ribbon Week Activities. They are always launching new products like the Envisionband which is a totally cool motion activated wristband. They also have cheap online shipping and an awards program too.