The Coalition meets with each 8th grade class during the spring to discuss what it means to be "above the influence". The presentation includes videos, discussions and a poster project.
We use the posters to create a mural in the school featuring all the Above the Influence posters. Our goal is for students to gain positive peer-to-peer influence, increase their confidence, and encourage a positive identity, as well as healthy decision-making skills before they transition into high school. This aims to address some of the added negative pressures that can lead to substance abuse and other negative behaviors.
