Parent Workshops
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Our parent workshops are designed to equip families within San Diego Unified School District with the knowledge and tools to prevent tobacco-use among teens. On this page you'll find recordings of past workshops as well as dates of future workshops.
Past Workshops
Select a topic below to view the related workshop recording and description.
The Mindful Scroll: Harnessing the Power of Social Media for Mental Health Advocacy
The Mindful Scroll: Harnessing the Power of Social Media for Mental Health Advocacy
Workshop Date: 4/23/25
Workshop Length: 40 Minutes
Description: Discover new ways to connect with the youth audience and harness the power of social media in advocating for mental health and fostering supportive online communities. This dynamic session emphasizes behavior change through social media messaging, providing practical insights into reaching and engaging teens while highlighting the importance of mental health advocacy. Embrace the opportunity to become a positive force in the digital lives of teens.
Learning Objectives:
Effective and actionable strategies for leveraging social media to promote mental well-being, enhance the resilience of teens, and encourage open dialogue about mental health topics often stigmatized or overlooked.
How to harness digital platforms to shape young people's perspectives and the importance of cultivating empathy and mental resilience.
Best practices for initiating meaningful conversations with teens about mental health through social media engagement, highlighting the crucial role of educators, parents, providers, and community members in establishing a supportive network and breaking through barriers.
Recording: Social Media and Youth Mental Health
4.23.25 SD Mindless Scroll.mp4Beyond the Hashtags: Navigating Youth Substance Use in the Digital Age
Beyond the Hashtags: Navigating Youth Substance Use in the Digital Age
Workshop Date: 5/09/25
Workshop Length: 33 Minutes
Description: Unravel social media strategies tailored for educators, parents, law enforcement, and community members. Delving into the current trends and data surrounding youth substance use, we will explore the impact of underage substance use on youth health, as well as dissect marijuana and nicotine vaping trends. This dynamic session emphasizes behavior change through social media messaging, providing practical insights into reaching and engaging teens while highlighting the importance of harm reduction.
Learning Objectives:
Practical and actionable strategies for leveraging social media to engage and empower youth in substance use prevention efforts, with a focus on behavior change and harm reduction.
How to understand key insights into youth substance use trends
How teens communicate, including the social media platforms they prefer, allowing educators, parents, providers, and community members to enhance their reach and connect with the youth audience.
Recording: Navigating Youth Substance Use
5.9 SD Beyond the Hashtags Recording.mp4Beyond ‘Just Say No’: Cannabis Prevention Messaging for Today’s Teen
Beyond ‘Just Say No’: Cannabis Prevention Messaging for Today’s Teen
Workshop Date: 5/20/25
Workshop Length: 33 Minutes
Description: Not all teens are the same, and not all teens are at equal risk for underage cannabis use. To maximize the impact of your public health communications funding, it’s crucial to focus on the teens who need your messages the most. At Rescue, we’ve conducted research with teens across multiple states to identify those who need our prevention and de-escalation messages the most and to create campaigns that are relevant to their lived experiences.
Learning Objectives:
Identify the teens most at risk for cannabis use by understanding how adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), among other risk factors, can impact teen cannabis use
Apply research insights on cannabis risk perceptions and behaviors in your behavior change campaign approach
Infuse intentional equity into every aspect of your teen cannabis prevention campaigns
Recording: Cannabis Prevention Messaging for Today's Teens
5.20 SD Cannabis Prevention Messaging.mp4Addressing Parental Influence on Youth Cannabis Use
Addressing Parental Influence on Youth Cannabis Use
Workshop Date: 5/22/25
Workshop Length: 22 Minutes
Description: This presentation explores the critical role parents play in addressing and preventing cannabis use among youth. The discussion aims to deliver valuable insights into creating impactful campaigns that educate, empower, and equip parents and guardians to effectively manage the complex issue of youth cannabis use.
Learning Objectives:
Recognize the power of parental influence and the need to foster ongoing, meaningful conversations about cannabis use with their children.
Develop practical, actionable messaging strategies that resonate with parents and guardians and encourage their involvement in preventing underage cannabis use.
Understand variations in parents' approaches to discussing cannabis, based on personal experiences and beliefs, and tailor interventions accordingly for more impactful results.
Recording: Parental Influence on Youth Cannabis Use
5.22 SD Parental Influence.mp4Upcoming Parent Workshops
New parent and teacher workshop dates coming soon!
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