Chester County ECHO Coalition

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Underage drinking and impaired driving remain serious concerns that can have life-changing consequences for teens, families, and communities.

Alcohol affects judgment, reaction time, and decision-making skills, increasing the risk of accidents, injuries, and legal consequences. Even a single poor decision can lead to DUI charges, loss of driving privileges, financial hardship, or tragic outcomes.

This Parent University session aims to provide families with the knowledge, resources, and strategies needed to encourage open conversations, promote responsible choices, and help students understand the importance of making safe, healthy decisions both behind the wheel and in everyday life.

Join us on Tuesday, May 19th, at 6 pm, as we welcome Master Trooper Hannah Davidson with SCHP Troop 4 to discuss ongoing trends and data related to underage drinking and DUIs in Chester County.

Please use the following link to register.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Hx1LXWKWSpKIbOOV2VdxTw

There will be one lucky winner of a $30 Amazon gift card.

For more information or details, contact Melody C. Reid, Director of Prevention Services at [email protected]

Parent University: Transitioning from High School to College/Workforce

Transitioning from High School to College/Workforce is an engaging Parent University session designed to equip parents with practical insights and strategies to support their students during key educational transitions, whether moving from middle school to high school or from high school to college or the workforce. It focuses on academic readiness, social-emotional development, independence, and decision-making to help students successfully navigate these pivotal stages. Every student’s path is different. As parents, it’s our role to support, guide, and empower independence, not to control their journey.

Join us on Thursday, April 16th, from 6 pm to 7 pm, via Zoom or our ECHO Coalition’s page for a meaningful conversation that offers insight, practical strategies, and encouragement as we explore ways parents can understand key transition challenges students face when moving from middle school to high school and from high school to postsecondary pathways (college or workforce).

Identify academic and behavioral expectations at each stage, including increased responsibility, time management, and self-advocacy. Support goal setting and planning, including course selection, career exploration, and postsecondary preparation. Recognize social-emotional needs and how to foster resilience, confidence, and independence in their students.

Access resources and tools available through schools and community programs to support student success. Encourage informed decision-making regarding college, careers, and alternative pathways.

Our guest speaker for this session will be Syvelle Newton with Chester County School District.

To join, please use the link below.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_t43ZnsD7TxicAdf_sXOOUA

There will be a drawing for a $30 Amazon Gift Card for one lucky viewer!

For more information, please contact Melody C. Reid, Director of Prevention Services at the Hazel Pittman Center. She can be reached by email, [email protected], or by phone at 803-377-8111.