training – Duval County Council of PTAs

On July 11, 2016 /

Mark your calendars NOW and plan to attend this incredible event!

Special Guest: Andrea Clemens

Who will be speaking about sexual abuse of students by educators.

“No child should have their innocence stolen. By sharing my story, I have the ability to give a clear picture of how the prevalent epidemic of educator sexual abuse begins, progresses, and affects so many innocent lives. I want to shed light on the dynamics of educator sexual abuse so schools can be safe havens for every child.”

This lunch and learn will begin at 11:00 am (right after our November General Meeting).

ALL PTA MEMBERS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND!

However, if you would like a lunch (sandwich rings from Publix, plus sides), please RSVP by Saturday November 14 so we can plan for the food.

You may also bring your own lunch if you would prefer.

Drug Free Duval Lunch & Learn

On December 17, 2015 /

January Lunch and Learn

Join us as we launch our spring Lunch and Learn series!

We will take a closer look at our strategies to inspire action, empathy and support in the community for our efforts to improve the health of every citizen each day.

First on the list is a wildly successful program – Know The Law – appropriate for both youth and adults.

When: Tuesday, January 26, 2016

12-1:30 pm

Where: Nova Southeastern University

6675 Corporate Center Pkwy. Room 210

Jacksonville, FL 32216

The event is FREE and Lunch is provided, but you must RSVP.

Please RSVP to Sally@dfdjax.org no later than close of business, Friday, January 22, 2016.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Duval County Council PTA Leadership Workshops

On January 13, 2017 /

All PTA/PTSA members are welcome to attend the Duval County Council PTA Leadership Workshops to be held Thursday, April 20, 2017 at the Duval County Public Schools School Board Bldg, Cline Auditorium, 1st floor, 1701 Prudential Dr, Jacksonville, Florida 32207. If you would like to learn more about the new PTA/PTSA Workshop Award Click Here.

If you would like to attend , please help us by signing up here.

NEW – PTA / PTSA Leadership Workshop Award

Drug Free Duval Lunch and Learn

On February 11, 2016 /

Synthetics in our State

For many years, and in most states, the makers of synthetic drugs have been able to stay a step ahead of our laws by simply changing the compound. Synthetic drugs come in all sizes and shapes….pretending to be like prescribed pain killers, called “marijuana” (which they are not), masked as helpful or promising to provide a terrific high with no legal ramifications…

But synthetic drugs are killing Floridians. In Broward County alone, over 60 people have lost their lives over the last six months due to these deadly drugs.

Please come learn about an alteration in Florida’s law that could change the game for manufacturers, and provide a clear line-in-the-sand regarding legal and illegal drugs.

Presented by brilliant Shannon MacGillis, NF HIDTA Initiative Commander and Special Counsel to Office of Statewide Prosecution, Florida Attorney General, this will be a compelling look at our law present and potential, and the impact on the LIVES of Floridans.

What: February Lunch and Learn

When: Tuesday February 23, 2016 Noon-1:30

Where: Nova Southeastern University

6675 Corporate Center Pkwy. #115

Room 210

Lunch is Provided upon RSVP.

Please RSVP to sally@dfdjax.org, no later than Friday February 19, 2016.

We can’t wait to see you there!!!

Drug Free Duval Lunch and Learn

On March 11, 2016 /

Please join Drug Free Duval for the March Lunch and Learn

WHEN: Tuesday, March 22, 2016, noon-1:30pm
WHERE: NOVA Southeastern University
6675 Corporate Center Pkwy Room 210
WHAT: General meeting and presentation of DFD’s Parent Engagement strategy

Local data shows more than 50% of Duval teens who don’t use drugs & alcohol site parents as the #1 influence in that healthy decision

…yet…

only 12% of parents believe they are influencers in the teen’s substances use decisions

We want to…we need to…close that gap for the health and future of our youth

DFD’s Parent Engagement strategy, Tools for Engagement, is a jam-packed session that provides parents with:

Specific local data about teens right here in Duval County
A look at the science behind the developing brain and the impact substances can have on the process
The importance of environment and bonding on avoiding risk behavior
Tools for building healthy involvement and engagement to embrace the influence
A few tangible items to help remind parents about the tools, and encourage them in the process

Whether you are a parent yourself, or know someone who is, please attend and become part of a healthy Jacksonville

Lunch is Provided upon RSVP.

Please RSVP to sally@dfdjax.org, no later than Friday March 18, 2016.

We can’t wait to see you there!!!

Parents Tools at Drug – Free Duval Lunch and Learn March 22

On March 15, 2016 /

Please join Drug – Free Duval Lunch and Learn
WHEN: Tuesday, March 22, noon-1:30 pm
WHERE: NOVA Southeastern University, 6675 Corporate Center Pkwy Room 210
WHAT: General meeting and presentation of DFD’s Parent Engagement strategy

Local data shows more than 50% of Duval teens who don’t use drugs & alcohol site parents as the #1 influence in that healthy decision. Yet, 12% of parents believe they are influencers in the teen’s substances use decisions. We want to…we need to…close that gap for the health and future of our youth. The jam-packed session will provide parents with Parent Engagement strategy, Tools for Engagement, and more:
• Specific local data about teens right here in Duval County
• A look at the science behind the developing brain and the impact substances can have on the process
• The importance of environment and bonding on avoiding risk behavior
• Tools for building healthy involvement and engagement to embrace the influence
• A few tangible items to help remind parents about the tools, and encourage them in the process
Lunch is Provided upon RSVP. no later than Friday, March 18, 2016, to sally@dfdjax.org.