The DARE Program
DARE is a simple acronym with a big message. Drug Abuse Resistance Education. It is a crusade that works. DARE teaches our children that popularity can be found through positive behavior, that belonging need not require them to abandon their values, that self confidence and self-worth come from asserting themselves and resisting destructive temptations. DARE teaches them not just that they should refuse drugs, but how to do so. DARE gives our children some tools they need to build a better, fuller and more satisfying life.
The program was created in 1983 as a joint venture of the Los Angeles Police Dept and the Los Angeles Unified School District. DARE has grown to be taught worldwide and to millions of students each year.
Our community realizes how important it is to help our children understand the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse and that early intervention is a key not only to the health of our children but the overall health of our communities as well.
The DARE program has been proven to significantly reduce substance abuse, school vandalism and gang activity. DARE has improved student work habits, attitudes towards police, and created better rapport with law enforcement, teachers and school officials. DARE is working to make a difference in the Five Cities area, for all of our children.
This year, with the cooperation and support of the Lucia Mar Unified School District and local private schools, the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) program conducted by the Arroyo Grande Police Department will reach over 1000 students of all grades in Arroyo Grande schools. The program is instructed by Senior Officer Michelle Cota at the following schools:
- Harloe Elementary School
- Ocean View Elementary School
- Paulding Middle School
- Royal Oaks Christian School
- Saint Patrick's Elementary and Junior High School
- Valley View Adventist Academy
Our officers have made many valuable associations with the youth of our community through the DARE program, which is partially supported by donations from community based organizations, businesses, and individuals.
The Arroyo Grande DARE officers can be reached by calling the Arroyo Grande Police Department, (805) 473-5100.
For more information about DARE, visit the DARE America Website:
http://www.dare-america.com/
DARE is a simple acronym with a big message. Drug Abuse Resistance Education. It is a crusade that works. The program was created in 1983 as a joint venture of the Los Angeles Police Dept and the Los Angeles Unified School District. DARE has grown to be taught worldwide and to millions of students each year.