Substance Use Prevention and Awareness

Chesapeake Public Schools offers activities and learning experiences which focus on the many ways cannabis, alcohol, nicotine/vaping, and other drug use can impact student lives. The following links, programs, and resources are offered to families and students within our district to increase awareness and to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all students.

One Pill Can Kill DEA.gov logo

Fetanyl Awareness

The United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) launched the One Pill Can Kill campaign to inform the American public of the dangers of fake prescription pills. The only safe prescription medications are ones prescribed by a trusted medical professional that you get from a licensed pharmacist. All other pills are unsafe and potentially deadly. For more information, visit dea.gov/onepill.

DEA Fetanyl Awareness Resources

Keep your Child Safe from Cannabis Edibles

Marijuana Awareness

The DEA is concerned about marijuana use and its negative consequences among youth and young adults. Though smoking marijuana is the most prevalent method of consumption, eating marijuana is quickly becoming a popular way to consume the drug. Edibles are food products infused with marijuana. Many edibles look like regular candy and can be enticing for young ones, but they can be more dangerous to children because of their high levels of THC.

Marijuana Edibles Awareness Resources

District Resources and Supports