CFISD Substance Use Awareness & Prevention Portal
Welcome to Cypress-Fairbanks ISD's Substance Use Awareness & Prevention Portal. We understand that talking about substances with your children and having factual information to share with them can be a challenge. In this space you will find valuable information on local service providers along with helpful videos and handouts to bolster your understanding regarding substance use. Our hope is to partner with you to Bring Out The Best in every single student in the Cypress-Fairbanks school district.
If you have suggestions on content that you would like to see here or information you would like to learn more about, feel free to email The Substance Use Awareness & Prevention Program at substanceuseintervention@cfisd.net.
Aside from having a conversation surrounding alcohol and drugs is the importance of being knowledgeable of recent trends that our children are facing. Gone are the days of the stereotypical drug deals that we see in movies...making a quick exchange of cash for drugs in the cover of night, on a scary corner in a less than safe neighborhood.
Now, technology and social media have facilitated the access to drugs and alcohol. Social media platforms offer a location to market the dealer's "Menu of the Day," Emojis and street names are used to advertise and purchase drugs online. Instead of exchanging cash, the convenience of electronic methods of payment deliver quick payments in exchange for drugs and potential delivery to your home.
Knowing about your child's social media interactions and maintaining a pulse on their phone messages and their friendships can be instrumental in keeping your child safe.
To aid parents and the community with this endeavor, the DEA gathered the most commonly used Emojis used in their investigations when referring to drugs and other substances. They put these together into what is their Emoji Drug Code Decoded. It is a great resource for parents to use when trying to decipher their child's communications.
Use this QR code to access the DEA's One Pill Can Kill Social Media Drug Trafficking Threat pdf
In this section you will find helpful tips on talking to your kids about drugs and alcohol.
Drug Facts
Did you know that there is a major problem with fake pills? Click here to learn more about the types of pills that are commonly misused.
This is more than just a trippy experience, psychedelics can have long term effects on the human brain. Click here to learn more about the effects these drugs can have on your children.
It's been on the news a lot lately, but what is Fentanyl? Click here to find out more about Fentanyl and its dangerous effects.
Synthetics
Synthetic drugs try to imitate the effects of illicit drugs such as cannabis, meth, and ecstasy. Click here to find more about Synthetic drugs.
Helping your child or loved one navigate a substance use concern can be taxing. Click here find out about resources in your area that can help you through these tough times.
