 Dear Coalition Members,
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 I feel encouraged to come back from the National Leadership Forum in Washington D.C. with new insight and tools to implement which in turn will grow our recent successes into well-rounded campaigns. Our youth coordinators, Halli Ellis, Lynn Skrukrud, and administrative staff, Shelley Rogers and Warren Daniels attended the conference with me, making for a fun and educational trip. You may log onto Coalition website photo gallery to view some of the many photos taken during the week of the conference. We were fortunate to meet with some of our representatives including Congressman Tom McClintock, and Senator Dianne Feinstein’s Counsel. Congressman Tom McClintock is a new member of the Coalition and I’m sure if Warren Daniels has anything to say about it, Mr. McClintock will be sitting next to one of you in our Coalition meetings in the near future.
Take Care,
Tasha Meyer
Program Manager
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Coalition Quarterly Meeting at Nevada Union High School: The 2nd Quarter Meeting is coming up on Wednesday, March 4th at 3pm in the Nevada Union High School Library. The five coalition members who visited D.C. will highlight new information and tools they obtained from the workshops. There will also be a short discussion on whether to restructure the way in which the sectors meet. Should we keep the sectors meeting separately each month? Or, do you feel monthly meetings for specific campaigns or projects with every sector at the table will have more of an impact and create more efficiency? This is going to be a great meeting with new ideas, tools, and the need for your voice on how your coalition can continue running successfully to improve the positive outcomes in your community.
If you haven’t been able to attend a meeting in a while, We invite you to sit in and see what your community is actively working on to create positive change. Please contact us with questions or ideas.
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Check out NEO's Calendar of Events: Friday, February 20th
NEO Meeting
When? 2:30-3:30 pm
Where? Nevada Union High School, Rm. J200 (next to student activities center)
Details: Come to help plan upcoming events (concerts, 80's dance party, Thursday Night Market and more.) Find out more about NEO - who we are and what we do. Help plan assemblies that we will be presenting to all of the schools in our area. Find out about upcoming trainings. * Everyone is welcome! *
Friday, February 27th
G.A.S.P. 80's Dance sponsored by NEO
When? 3:30pm-6:00pm
Where? Lyman Gilmore Middle School, 10837 Rough & Ready Hwy.
Details: The dance is being held to promote the after school program to Lyman Gilmore students. Would you like to chaperone or support their efforts? Email: Halli Ellis
NEO Friday Night at 49er Fun Park
When? 7:00pm-11:00pm
Where? 314 Railroad Ave. Grass Valley
Details: Live bands including Maripiranha, 2 Hot 3 Fast, Creative Chaos and more! Games, contests, and regular 49er Fun Park activities in a safe and drug-free environment.
Sunday, March 1st
NEO Performer/Media Meeting
When? 12:00 noon
Where? Miner Moe's Pizza in Nevada City
Details: All bands, DJ’s, dancers, singers, and kids interested in helping with our media and marketing needs need to attend this NEO meeting to plan and schedule the 2009 NEO Calendar of Events. (FREE PIZZA)
Visit: NCNEO on My Space for more information on NEO.
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Did you know? Beer Commercials among Favorite Super Bowl Ads for Teens
Earlier this month, during the Super Bowl game, it wasn´t just the game that left a lasting impression on teens. The beer commercials were also a big hit. That´s according to a survey conducted by our local Youth Sector and drug free coalitions across the country that found that beer ads were among teens´ top five favorite Super Bowl ads. Visit cadca.org for more information...
Positive Findings:
From 2007 to 2008, the percentage of 10th-graders reporting lifetime, past year, and past month use of any illicit drug other than marijuana declined significantly. Lifetime use decreased from 18.2 to 15.9 percent, past-year use declined from 13.1 to 11.3 percent, and past-month use decreased from 6.9 to 5.3 percent.
Areas of Concern
In 2008, 15.4 percent of 12th-graders reported using a prescription drug nonmedically within the past year. This category includes amphetamines, sedatives/barbiturates, tranquilizers, and opiates other than heroin. Vicodin continues to be abused at unacceptably high levels. Many of the drugs used by 12th-graders are prescription drugs or, in the case of cough medicine, are available over the counter.4
The above facts from NIDA, National Institute on Drug Abuse. Visit NIDA.org for more information.
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Resources: Subscribe to the New Family Post
The New Family Post -- your Nevada County Family paper -- is now available in two great formats -- newspaper through the mail or online by email. You can subscribe for free at NewFamilyPost.org. Our six annual New Family Post issues continue to bring you parenting information and support, a place for kids to shine, scholarships, family activities calendar and other local family resources. More than ever, the New Family Post is here to help with its expanded format for families with children through high school age. Now, with the launch of the New Family Post online, the newspaper you trust and depend on is now available in a universal PDF format. No matter where you are, no matter what time it is, your e-subscription makes the New Family Post instantly available! With just one click, your finger will be on the pulse of what is happening in our community.
Subscribe today! Whether you enjoy receiving your newspaper through the mail or online, make the New Family Post your connection to all things family in Nevada County!
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Remember to submit any prevention related updates, sector meetings or upcoming events by Thursday February 26th to be included in the next E-Blast Prevention Update.
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