As an educator, you have the opportunity to actively contribute to the prevention and intervention of youth tobacco/nicotine use. Research show that when schools discuss the health risks associated with vaping, implement restorative measures, students are less likely to engage in tobacco/nicotine use. You can contribute to fostering a lifelong commitment to healthy behaviors and informed choices.
In Indiana, more than 1 in 10 high school students and 1 in 50 middle school student report currently using an e-cigarette (IYTS 2022).
Early use of any tobacco product can lead to long-term addiction. Furthermore, According to the Indiana Department of Health, young people's bodies and brains are still developing, substance use including nicotine, during this stage can negatively impact their health and minds.
Education/Curriculums for Your Classroom
CATCH My Breath
INDEPTH: An Alternative to Suspension/Citation
INDEPTH: An Alternative to Suspension/Citation
Peer-reviewed, evidence-based youth nicotine vaping prevention program designed to provide up-to-date information for teachers, parents to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions about the use of e-cigarettes.
INDEPTH: An Alternative to Suspension/Citation
INDEPTH: An Alternative to Suspension/Citation
INDEPTH: An Alternative to Suspension/Citation
A program designed to help schools and communities address the teen vaping problem in a more supportive way. It is an interactive program that teaches students about nicotine dependence, establishing healthy alternatives, and how to kick the unhealthy addiction.
Resources for Youth
Text INDIANA to 873373
Text INDIANA to 873373
Text INDIANA to 873373
Live Vape Free is a free program that offers expert support and programs that empower teens to quit the nicotine addiction.
Tips & Quit Plan
Text INDIANA to 873373
Text INDIANA to 873373
The Smokefree Teen website helps you find quitting tools and resources that work best for you. The website provides you with free texting programs, talks with experts, and more.
QuitTheHitNow.com
Text INDIANA to 873373
QuitTheHitNow.com
Quit the Hit is a free, 5-week program that helps you quit vaping over Instagram group DMs. Plus, complete their research surveys and earn up to $60.
VOICE Kosciusko
Text INDIANA to 873373
QuitTheHitNow.com
VOICE is a student-led group in all Kosciusko public schools that work to advocate against Big Tobacco and work with their school admin to promote programs and resources to their peers.