STUDENT RESOURCES

Above the Influence has a ton of resources about how to live a healthy life without drugs and alcohol, plus a survey to check in with yourself and how you're doing.

Natural High gives you tips on how to resist drug and alcohol use by chasing the "natural high" of discovering and pursuing your passions and talents.

Drugs and alcohol are not worth losing your friends, family, or life. Too Smart to Start teaches you how to be smart about approaching situations that can lead to beginning substance use.

The Real Cost provides the most accurate, up-to-date information about the harmful effects of smoking, vaping, and other tobacco use. They also offer resources for quitting smoking and vaping including helpful tips and getting help from a counselor over the phone or live chat.

OK2Say is a 24-7 hotline that lets you help curb the the risk of violence in your school. All reports and information you give are anonymous and can potentially save many lives. 

If you suspect a threat towards students, staff, or your school, you can submit a report in the following ways:

OK2Say app

Text: 65279

Call: 855-565-2729

Email: OK2SAY@mi.gov

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24-7 to help. You may talk on the phone or text with a real person, anonymously or not, for as long as you need it. They also have some great resources on how to spot if someone is thinking about suicide, how to prevent it, and steps to improve mental health.

Call or text 988 to access the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

If you or someone you know is in IMMEDIATE DANGER, please call 911.

If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) provides resources for treatment and recovery, as well as addressing the mental health aspects of addiction.

KidsHealth provides some great tips on how to live an all-around healthy life by taking care of your body and mind, and staying away from things that can harm it like drugs and alcohol.