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On My Own Two Feet School Handbook Professional DocOn My Own Two Feet School Handbook Professional Doc
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Department of Education (Ireland)
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Grade
6th - 12th
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Health
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Direct Instruction
Year
1997
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On My Own Two Feet School Handbook

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The "On My Own Two Feet" School Handbook describes a carefully scaffolded, richly detailed substance abuse program designed for middle and high schools. Chapters look at approaches to prevention, suggestions for organizing and implementing the program, and recommended teaching methods. 

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Concepts

drug abuse, drug addiction, drugs, mental health, healthy habits, self-awareness, responsible decision-making, self-management, professional learning community, school environment, school culture and climate

Instructional Ideas

  • Use the 109-page handbook as the basis of a district-wide drug abuse prevention program
  • Create a list of counseling and support services available in your community

Classroom Considerations

  • One of seven educational resource handbooks for use in Substance Abuse education
  • Although designed as a school-wide program, instructors may also adopt the strategies independently

Pros

  • Includes strategies for how to deal with typical problem behaviors of pupils 
  • Offers suggestions for establishing ground rules for participating behaviors

Cons

  • None

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