Prevention Programming

RISD Prevention Programming seeks to provide districtwide comprehensive, evidence based, drug and violence prevention programming (K-12) in order to increase protective factors and reduce risk factors in children and youth.  Focus areas of prevention include: bullying/cyberbullying, youth violence, drug use/abuse, dating violence, human trafficking and other non-academic barriers to student success.

The Prevention Framework includes the following strategies:

• Build and strengthen life skills
• Connect students to caring adults and activities: provide opportunities to interact with prosocial and non-violent peers
• Intervene to lessen harm and prevent future risks
• Promote positive learning environments

The goals of the Prevention Programming are to:

• Prevent alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use through education
• Promote healthy and safe life choices
• Teach and model conflict management skills
• Develop community partnerships
• Provide a referral and support system

Targeted Coordination of Services & Supports:

• Prevention and intervention for students through education
• Drug and violence prevention programs for students, staff, parents and community
• Anti-bullying education/training
• Coordinate with other Student Services departments
• Curriculum based Student Support Groups
• Red Ribbon Drug Awareness Week Coordination
• Prevention Resources and Referrals for Students and Parents

Prevention tips for parents

• Start talking to children early
• Pay attention to their environment
• Be involved in their activities
• Set clear rules, boundaries and consequences