Leigh, from Lenawee Coalition, came into the Upward Bound classroom searching for a student perspective on how to stop students from using that first drug. Whether it be marijuana, alcohol, or prescription drugs. Leigh brought in Christine, recovering drug addict, to share her story with our students.
While reflecting on the presentation, students relayed that Christine's story touched them in profound ways.
"I was so into it. As someone who has never tried a drug in my life, I found it interesting."
"I always thought of drug addicts as someone far different from myself, but she was so normal."
Leigh continues her research a way to get children and teens to read, view, and/or listen to valuable information on drugs and the cost that can incur with just one trip.Leigh has grant money to create an advertisement to steer children away from drugs. Upward Bound students have been invited to join Leigh in the creation of a promotion that attracts children/teens.
While reflecting on the presentation, students relayed that Christine's story touched them in profound ways.
"I was so into it. As someone who has never tried a drug in my life, I found it interesting."
"I always thought of drug addicts as someone far different from myself, but she was so normal."
Leigh continues her research a way to get children and teens to read, view, and/or listen to valuable information on drugs and the cost that can incur with just one trip.Leigh has grant money to create an advertisement to steer children away from drugs. Upward Bound students have been invited to join Leigh in the creation of a promotion that attracts children/teens.