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A Community Resource for Parents & Teens

 

 STRONG PARENTS 

    STRONG YOUTH   

The presentation at Barrington High School on April 26th was a huge success.  Over 200 BHS parents attended and heard intriguing, factual presentations covering all aspects of underage drinking.  Experts shared their research and experience on how underage drinking effects the developing brain, impacts teen stress and mental health issues, and legal ramifications of hosting parties.  Local teens shared how underage drinking has impacted their life, from solidifying decisions to be alcohol and drug free, to dealing with family addictions.  The presentation concluded with some parenting tips from a local parent and counselor, including "One of the greatesst assets you have is your relationship with other like-minded parents.  Network whenever possible."

The BADPC is currently planning another speaker this school year, to continue this important conversation about the risks and dangers of underage drinking.

Barrington Area Community Assessment Report

A Snapshot of Our Community.

The BADPC has released a report which assesses the status of the Barrington communities realting to underage drinking.  The report includes:

  • BHS Student Survey data on underage drinking.
  • Environmental scan of alcohol retailers.
  • Summary of parent focus groups.
  • Information on local ordinances.

Click to View Full Report

How to Get Involved

 

The BADPC is a community coalition.  We want and need you involvement and participation.  we strongly believe that local problems are best resolved with local solutions.  Community members becoming involved in their community.  Whether you are a parent, a teen, a just a concerned resident, we would welcome your involvement in the Barrington Area Drug Prevention Coalition. 

 

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To learn more about ways to become involved with the Barrington Area Drug Prevention Coalition, you can email us at: BarringtonCDPC@aol.com. 

 

Upcoming Coalition Meetings

The public is always welcome at all coalition meetings, which are located at Barrington High School from 9:30am until 11:30am on the following dates:

     September 28

     October 26

     November 16

     December 14

     January 25

     February 22

     March 21

     April 25

     May 23

 

 

If you are a parent, we would ask you to do three things.

  1.  Understand the Issue.  Review all the information within the BADPC website.  We have collected factual data from various Federal and State governments, as well as student survey data from the Barrington Area. 
  2. Communicate With Your Child.  Talk to your teen about the risks and dangers of underage drinking.  For detailed talking points, click on the Parent Resource menu option.
  3. Spread the Word to Other Parents.  Talk to other parents and help spread the word about the importance of addressing underage drinking.  Email the Barrington BADPC website address to every parent you know.

 

 

     

 

 
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