Life Education Center PFL

08/28/2026

Substance use disorders affect people from all walks of life. Prevention can stop problems before they start. Find help: https://www.pledgeforlife.org/resourcedirectory
or samhsa.gov/find-help

08/27/2026

Do the youth in your community know that most of their peers don’t use substances? Learn about social norms: www.hidta.org/adapt/prevention-intervention-resource-center

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08/26/2026

Prevention helps us get ahead of challenges. So that individuals, families, and communities can be healthy and thrive. Visit: www.samhsa.gov/prevention-month

08/25/2026

It's Substance Use Primary Prevention Month! Shout-out to Prevention Specialists and everyone who is saving lives! What’s your ? Visit: www.samhsa.gov

08/20/2026

When talking with your teen about not using substances like alcohol or cannabis, the tone you bring sets the stage for everything that follows. Keep it cool, calm, and conversational. Source: https://bit.ly/4dUZsIk
TIP the ScaleJuvenile Justice Council

08/18/2026

Back to School, Together

As a new school year begins, remember that a healthy year isn’t about doing everything—it’s about making room for what matters most.

Set realistic goals. Leave space in your schedule to rest and recharge. And most importantly, keep encouraging and supporting one another along the way.

Here’s to a school year filled with learning, growth, healthy choices, and plenty of reasons to celebrate!

Welcome back to school!

Read more at:
https://www.pledgeforlife.org/post/back-to-school-making-room-for-what-matters

A new school year brings fresh opportunities, new routines, and plenty of excitement—but it can also bring a lot of pressure. Between schoolwork, sports, activities, work, and social commitments, it’s easy for families to fill every minute of the calendar.This year, consider setting a different ...

08/06/2026

💙Every day, caring individuals throughout Iroquois County choose to invest in our youth and families. Through education, prevention, and community partnerships, the Juvenile Justice Council (JJC) works to help young people develop the knowledge, confidence, and skills they need to make healthy, positive choices.

From classroom prevention programs and the TIP the Scale campaign to family outreach and community events, our goal is simple: to help create a county where every child has the opportunity to grow up healthy, safe, and drug-free.

When we work together—parents, schools, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, community organizations, and caring citizens—we can make a lasting difference. Prevention isn't just what we do; it's an investment in the future of Iroquois County.💙🦉

06/11/2026

Make it clear that you don’t approve of drinking alcohol underage. Discuss with your teen why you don’t want them to drink alcohol underage and how it can hurt their still-developing bodies.

06/05/2026

Ready for the summer? Help keep your family healthy and strong this summer with these mental health and wellness tips.

Summer often brings thoughts of sunshine, vacations, and a break from busy school schedules. While the season can provide opportunities for relaxation and family connection, it can also bring unique challenges to mental health and wellness. Without the structure of school, children and teens may exp...

06/04/2026

Your voice matters. Helps us build a stronger campaign and a brighter future for you family. Follow the link to fill out a short survey about the Prevention of Underage Drinking Communication Campaign and be entered for a chance to win a $20 Dairy Queen gift card. https://forms.gle/DA1tkJYXQTT8ZtGo9

Participating Schools:
Bradley-Bourbonnais Community High School District 307 TIP the Scale Bradley Elementary School District #61 Herscher Community Unit School District #2 Herscher High School Limestone Middle School Iroquois County CUSD 9 - Watseka School District John L. Nash Middle School Central High School Donovan Jr. Sr. High School Grant Park, Iroquois West, St. Pauls, St. Johns.