Pubdate: Sun, 20 May 2001
Source: Quesnel Cariboo Observer (CN BC)
Copyright: 2001 Quesnel Cariboo Observer
Contact:  http://www.quesnelobserver.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1260
Author: Autumn MacDonald
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/dare.htm (DARE)

DARE STUDENTS LEARN TO JUST SAY NO

LEARNING TO say no could be one of the most important lessons the 
children today are being educated on.

The DARE program is gaining popularity in it's quest to inform 
children of the dangers and side effects that surround substance 
abuse.

Last week 22 students successfully graduated from the DARE program at 
Baker Elementary.

Four of the graduates presented speeches, informing the spectators 
about their recently gained knowledge concerning drugs and alcohol. 
What narcotics do to a person mentally, physically and how it affects 
their family life.

A big part of the program included the ability to say "no" when faced 
with a situation where one may find themselves in a situation where 
drugs or alcohol are being offered.

The reading of the speeches followed a comical, witty, poem by Darby Reimer.

The presentation of the certificates was conducted by DARE Officer, 
Constable Russ Greer. and Staff Sergeant Miller.

Each graduate received a shirt, various pins and a certificate to 
demonstrate they successfully finished the program.
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