Tomorrow!: Wed 5/11 Youth Risk Behavior Survey Presentation

[Cathy DeFuria]

Youth Risk Behavior Survey Results Wednesday, May 11th

7:00 - 8:30 pm!!!

 

 

Emerson 2010 YRBS Panel Presentation

 

 

The Acton-Boxborough Community Alliance for Youth (CAFY, Inc.) and the Acton and Acton-Boxborough Regional School Districts are sponsoring a presentation of the results of the Emerson 2010 Youth Risk Behavior Survey.  There will be a panel discussion of the findings followed by a question and answer opportunity.

 

Date:                   May 11, 2011

Time:                  7:00 - 8:30 P.M.

Location:          R.J. Grey JuniorHigh School Library

 

There will be a presentation of the YRBS results by Statistician Jim Byrne, followed; Dr. Carolyn Imperato, elementary psychologist and former Wellness Coordinator;  principal of RJG Craig Hardimon; Acton Youth Officer Keith Campbell; and ABRHS counselors. 

                                               

The Department of Education requires towns to engage in local Needs Assessments to assist in identifying targets for health education curriculum and instruction.  Through collaboration with Emerson Hospital and five surrounding communities, the Acton and Acton-Boxborough districts administered the sixth  Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) to sixth and eighth grade students, as well as high school students in the spring of 2010.  The YRBS collected information regarding students' alcohol and drug use, sexual activity, emotional and personal safety, and other at-risk behaviors.  Data from the surveys has been compiled to assist the Acton and Acton-Boxborough schools with planning and obtaining funding for adolescent health initiatives.

 

CAFY, APS, and ABRSD encourage all parents and community members to attend and participate in this important event!