UPC's April 13 conference for middle school students and parents featured noted neuropsychologist William Stixrud, Ph.D., talking about the mysteries of the teen brain. A variety of workshops for students and parents were held. Read more.
PARENTS WHO HOST, LOSE THE MOST" MONTH: The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors issued a proclamation April 30 recognizing May as "Parents Who Host, Lose the Most" month in Fairfax County. Click to view more.
Keep Teens Safe This Prom and Graduation Season. Read more
PERILS OF THE COLLEGE DRINKING CULTURE: College-bound students and their parents are encouraged to attend one of the upcoming forums. Click image for more information.
HELP PREVENT PRESCRIPTION ABUSE: Join the Unified Prevention Coalition of Fairfax County and its Fairfax County partners by dropping off unused or expired medicines at Fairfax County Police district stations May 27-June 1. More information by clicking here.
A parent awareness program of the Unified Prevention Coalition of Fairfax County featuring an evening of dialogue with a panel of high school seniors on drugs and alcohol use, teen parties, parent supervision and enabling, social media, and communication with parents. View more details
School and community groups can request a "Protecting Against the Realities of Substance Abuse" presentation by P.R.O.T.E.C.T., a task force of the Unified Prevention Coalition of Fairfax County.
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