2009-10
Parent Education
brochure coming September 2009
KNOW TONKA CARES
COLLABORATION
We can impact underage
substance use if we work together.
POLICY
Public and institutional
policies have a powerful impact
on underage substance use. We research what works and bring it
forward for consideration.
YOUTH
Young people have a
voice in our work.
Tonka Leadership
Challenge provides an opportunity for MHS students to pledge not
to use chemicals as part of their commitment to community
leadership.
PARENTS
Parents are empowered
through programs such as Eat.Talk.Connect and the Safe Homes
Directory. Parent classes, forums and we provide parents with
the resources they need to make informed choices
Initiatives:
Eat. Talk. Connect!
An initiative to increase connectedness
within families and communities.
What is Eat, Talk, Connect?
September has been designated as Eat.Talk.Connect month. The Minnetonka
Schools and Tonka CARES are joining together to encourage families to
develop stronger connections by continuing (or creating!) the habit of
sharing meals and engaging in meaningful conversation. Try to share at
least five to seven per week, and focus on conversation and connecting.
Studies support that connections to family and community are as
important to our mental and spiritual health as food is to our physical
health. Learn More...
Time to Talk
Talking to your kids about the risks of
drugs and alcohol isn’t as hard as you think. We’re here to help make
talking even easier. We’ve got free, easy-to-use, research-based tools
and tips to help you have ongoing conversations with your kids to keep
them healthy and drug-free. Check out our guide
"Teach your teen to cope with stress" or visit
Time to Talk.org for more resources.
