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Substance Abuse Education
Mental Health & Wellbeing Task Force
The Mental Health & Wellbeing Task Force is proudly represented by students, parents, administration, faculty, counselors, athletics, SAFE Coalition, medical professionals, SROs, school committee members, and elected officials - who share a commitment towards raising awareness of mental health and wellbeing challenges in our community.
We will continue to promote community awareness and education surrounding mental health and wellbeing in Franklin as well as develop prevention and intervention strategies in the following areas:
Supports for Working with Students & Families
School-Based Prevention Strategies
Community-Based Prevention Strategies
Related School Policies
Below, you will find the policies of the Franklin Public Schools which guide the school and district’s prevention, intervention and response practices with regard to substance abuse education.
Substance Fact Sheets
Below you will find information about common substances which pose major and increading health concerns for your an d adolescents.
National Institute on Drug Abuse - basic informaion about e-cigarettes, what they are, what they look like, and how it affects the brain.
Fentanyl Drug Facts - information and facts about fentanyl and its impact on health and safety.
Heroin Drug Facts - information and facts about heroin and its impact on health.
Prescription Opioids Drug Facts - basic information on prescription opioids, how it affects the brain and body, tollerance vs. dependence vs. addiction.
Marijuana Drug Facts - basic information about marijuana, how it affects the brain, how it impacts mental health, etc.
Marijuana Talk Kit - information and facts about marijuana.
Resources for Parents
Below, you will find helpful resources for parents to start a conversation with your child and work through real-life situations that may arise.
Treatment & Support
Below, you will find information about organizations and agencies which provide a range of support services including detoxification, short and long-term treatment, and family support.