BOTVIN

What is BOTVIN?  

5th grade students will receive BOTVIN training.  This training is geared towards substance abuse prevention.  Students will learn about the following topics:

*Self-Esteem

*Decision-Making

*Smoking Information

*Advertising

*Stress

*Communication

*Social Skills

*Assertiveness

Why BOTVIN?

*Based on scientific evidence of what causes substance abuse

*Uses a comprehensive approach

*Emphasizes proven skills training methods

*Documented effectiveness through extensive evaluation

*Proven to reduce tobacco, alcohol, and other drug use