According to the DEA, intercollegiate athletics is an important part of campus life in the United States. In 2022, over 600,000 student-athletes represented their schools in sports, ranging from football to softball to track and field. With the extensive practice and travel commitments required by intercollegiate play, these students must work hard to balance the high demands of athletics, and the other demands faced by college students. Being part of a team, they learn lessons that are valuable far beyond the playing field, including leadership, sacrifice, and commitment. Download the Full Re ..read more

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Morgan Bao. To view the full TAC Talks Program, visit the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Danielle Choi. To view the full TAC Talks Program, visit the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Dilan Goel. To view the full TAC Talks Program, visit the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on Utilizing School Resources is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Christopher Moore. To view the full TAC Talks Program, visit the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on Time Management is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Roman Edwards. To view the full TAC Talks Program, visit the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

TAC Talks: Transitioning from Middle to High School TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on Transitioning from Middle to High School is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Daniel Cho. To view the full TAC Talks Program, visit the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

More information about future Life Skills and other classes and events will be shared in our newsletter. Life Skills Training for Grades 6-9 (or slightly younger or older) The 8 FREE online sessions will be offered July 15, 16, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24, & 25 HC DrugFree will provide another series of FUN and interactive skills-based classes designed to promote positive health and personal development. This curriculum was designed for students in grades 6 to 9, but for slightly younger or older students, we will consider each request. If parents/guardians have questions about the approp ..read more

TAC TALKS: Motivation & Perseverance TAC Talks is a collection of video segments, developed with the creativity and insights of HC DrugFree’s Teen Advisory Council, and presented in the style of TED Talks, hence the name TAC Talks. Originally presented as a part of a community program, they are now available as smaller segments by topic. This TAC Talk on Motivation & Perseverance Solutions is presented by Teen Advisory Council member Julia Zhang. To view the full TAC Talks Program, return to the TAC Talks Main Page ..read more

Submitted by an anonymous Howard County community member. I was watching my eldest granddaughter play alone at a recent birthday party. Her mother, my daughter, approached me and mentioned her concern about her daughter not having many close friends and choosing often to play alone. After chatting a bit about this and reassuring her that this particular grandchild will figure out what works best for her, my daughter mentioned one thing in particular, however, that makes her very proud….my granddaughter has no trouble telling others when and if she wants to join in. I explained to my daughter ..read more