Substance Abuse and Addiction

SmokeFree – Centers for Disease Control and Prevention   Information and resources pertaining to tobacco use and quitting. 
The Partnership at Drug Free.org  Helps parents prevent, intervene, and find treatment for drug and alcohol use by their children. 
Alternatives for Youth iTHRIVE Program:   Created to address the need for a program in and around Boulder County for teens struggling with substance abuse
Mental Health Partners Detox ProgramCommunity Substance Abuse Prevention
Substance Use DownloadsHow to Talk With Your Teen About Marijuana (172 KB)
Marijuana: Facts Parents Need to Know (447 KB)
Marijuana Talk Kit (395 KB)
Prescription Drugs:  Abuse and Addiction (2 MB)
The Science of Addiction (2 MB)
Tobacco Addiction (9

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Apr 30, 2026

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Apr 29, 2026

St. Vrain Valley Schools Earns National Recognition as a Best Community for Music Education for Sixth Consecutive Year

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Apr 4, 2026

Spring Finals Schedule 2026

EXAM SCHEDULE 2nd Semester, 2025 – 2026 School Year Finals begin on Tuesday May 19th. Tuesday, 5/19 Wednesday, 5/20 Thursday, 5/21 7:45 – 9:15 Block 1 Block 5 Block 4 9:25 – 10:55 Block 2 Block 6 Block 8 11:05 – 12:35 Block 3 Block 7

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