The Lowndes County School System will celebrate Red Ribbon Week Oct. 21-23, 2009.  Schools within the system have special events planned for the week.   CLICK ---
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The 1985 murder of U. S. Drug Enforcement Administration agent, Enrique "Kiki" Camarena, a 37-year-old husband and father of three sons, enraged many Americans, and students in his hometown began wearing red ribbons in his memory.  The red ribbon became a symbol of a national fight to eliminate the demand for illicit drugs, and in 1988, the National Federation of Parents for Drug-Free Youth Coordinated the first National Red Ribbon Week. 

This year Georgia Governor, Sonny Perdue has signed a proclamation proclaiming the week of October 21-23, 2009 as Georgia Red Ribbon Week.  Perdue serves as the honorary chair of the Georgia Red Ribbon Campaign.


Six Proven Prevention Strategies for Parents

1. Establish and maintain good communication with your child.
2. Get involved and stay involved in your child's life.
3. Make clear rules and enforce them with consistency and appropriate consequences.
4. Be a positive role model.  Do not use illicit drugs or abuse alcohol.  If you smoke, make plans to stop.
5. Teach your child to choose friends wisely.
6. Monitor your child's activities.  Know what your children are doing, where and with whom.

***Source:  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Center for Substance Abuse Prevention