Greetings from Denise Juneau:
The meth problem did not begin in schools, but schools can play a very effective part in the solution.
Prevention education can make a big difference for Montana kids. For that reason I am pleased to present “Tools for Schools”, an important educational resource to help prevent methamphetamine use. Through a partnership with Attorney General Mike McGrath, we have created these powerful tools that use a positive youth development model to teach our kids key messages about their health and their future –without meth in their lives.
This compact disc contains ten modules, each with a lesson plan, teaching tips, additional optional activities, and resources to help increase your students, knowledge about meth. Each module is designed to be presented in less than 30 minutes and can be integrated into a variety of classroom or group settings. And – they are designed to be presented by teachers who may not be content experts.
Four modules are provided for grades 6 through 8, and six modules are appropriate for high school students. To assure that the material appeals to students and meets educator’s needs, each section was reviewed by an advisory council that represented a broad spectrum of teachers, students, substance abuse specialists, parents and community members.
In this highly technical world, we are all getting more comfortable
using methods such as Power Point. For those more novice users, equipment
requirements and basic instructions are included in the disc case and
within each lesson plan. If you have problems working with this program,
please call the OPI Help Desk at 444-3448 and they will provide individual
assistance. And remember, my office also provides renovated computers,
free of charge, for those of you with older equipment. Contact Scott
Buswell at 495-9695 and he will do his best to meet your needs.
Thank you for all you do to help prepare Montana’s kids for healthy and productive lives.
Warm Regards,
Denise Juneau
Superintendent of Public Instruction
Associated Links
MethfreeMT.org
http://www.MethfreeMT.org
http://www.MethfreeMT.org The Meth-Free Montana site has basic reference information about methamphetamine in Montana. It also includes contact information, statistics and links to other resources.
Montana Department of Justice
http://www.doj.mt.gov/enforcement/methinmontana.asp
The Community Toolkit has a variety of pieces to help community groups educate the public about meth. There are brochures, posters, bookmarks and stickers. A CD and a DVD are included, with public service announcements, slide shows and a copy of a student documentary made by University of Montana students. The kit also includes a “leaders’ guide” with suggestions and tips for using the pieces. For more information on the toolkit, call the Department of Justice at 444-2026 or the MSU Extension Service at 994-3451.
Montana Meth Project
http://www.montanameth.org/
Montanameth.org is a privately funded effort with the goal to significantly reduce the prevalence of first-time methamphetamine use in Montana. They are active in three areas: 1) public service messaging; 2) public policy; and 3) community action.
Instructions for Using Tools for Schools:
These files are very large. Right click on the file, and select "Save Target As" If you have difficulty opening these files, please contact Marion Erp - merp@mt.gov to receive the files on a CD.
OPI CONTACT:
Karin Billings, Director
Coordinated School Health Programs
Safe and Drug-Free Schools
444-3000
