Granite Falls Prevention Coalition

06/11/2026

Are you or someone you know interested in working in the schools in Sultan?

Northwest Educational Service District (NWESD) is currently hiring a Student Assistance Professional to serve students in the Sultan School District. This position focuses on supporting student well-being through prevention, intervention, and behavioral health services, helping students succeed both in and out of the classroom. Bachelor's degree required; backgrounds in counseling, social work, education, psychology, public health, or related fields are especially relevant.

Learn more and apply here:

Are you driven to empower students and families? Consider joining the Northwest ESD's team of Student Assistance Professionals. As an SAP, you’ll conduct one-on-one student sessions, facilitate groups, and deliver classroom-based education. You'll also provide training for school staff, advocate f...

06/10/2026

Friends play a big role in teens’ lives, but your teens are still looking to you for guidance. Talk to them about the risks of fake pills and fentanyl. Because to them, you're the expert.

05/27/2026

We're still looking for more responses to our 2026 Community Survey!

Please take a few minutes to respond and help us better understand local needs and strengthen prevention programs for youth and families in Granite Falls!

✅ Takes about 5 minutes
✅ Completely anonymous
✅ Available in English + Spanish

English Link: https://hca.servicenowservices.com/assessment_take2.do?sysparm_assessable_type=73618daf8755b210ea8cba28cebb357a

Spanish Link: https://hca.servicenowservices.com/assessment_take2.do?sysparm_assessable_type=52bf1dff8719f210ea8cba28cebb3500

We are interested in your opinions about youth substance use in our community. Your responses will help inform and improve prevention programs for our youth.

05/14/2026

They’re not kids anymore—but you’re still in the game. Whether they’re heading to college, starting work, or figuring it out, your young adult is making big choices.

They may be more independent, but your support still matters. Keep talking, set expectations, and help them skip risky moves like using substances. Stay connected and keep them moving forward 🚀.

Get tips at starttalkingnow.org/youngadult .

05/13/2026

We are interested in your opinions about youth substance use in our community. Your responses will help inform and improve prevention programs for our youth.

05/06/2026

04/29/2026

Memory helps teens with pop quizzes and exams. It also plays a valuable role in your child’s development. In this video, Dr. Jason Kilmer, a researcher from the University of Washington, shares how alcohol can negatively affect brain development and memory in teens and young adults. https://focusonyouwa.org/.../WA-HCA-Explainer-Videos_HOW...

04/25/2026

Today is the day! Come see us at the Granite Falls Pharm-A-Save between 10 am and 2 pm. You can safely dispose of unused prescription medications to help keep your loved ones safe. We also have Free medication lock bags, Narcan/Naloxone, and a limited quantity of 5 sharps bins.

For more permanent drop box locations to return your meds, visit MedTakeBackWashington.org.

04/24/2026

We are excited to see you at the medicine Take Back event at the Granite Falls Pharm-A-Save tomorrow! We'll be there 10 am to 2 pm. For more locations to safely return your medications, visit MedTakeBackWashington.org.