HC DrugFree, 5305 Village Center Drive #206, Columbia, MD (2026)

01/30/2026

A strong foundation keeps us steady, even when the ground is icy.

HC DrugFree is offering a FREE, evidence-based 8-class Life Skills program to help Howard County students build confidence, resilience, and decision-making skills they can rely on. Classes are taught by trained Howard County college students in a supportive, near-peer environment.

🖥 Zoom | 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Middle and high school students encouraged; siblings welcome
🎓 Community service hours available

Strong skills help students stay on their feet — no matter the season.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/30/2026

Register for our February Teen Advisory Council Meeting!

Learn More Here: https://hcdrugfree.org/teen-advisory-council/

01/30/2026

Today’s students face real challenges — and they deserve real tools.

HC DrugFree’s FREE, evidence-based 8-class Life Skills program helps Howard County students learn how to manage stress, handle peer pressure, communicate effectively, and make thoughtful, healthy decisions. Classes are taught by trained Howard County college students, creating a supportive near-peer space where students can learn and grow.

🖥 Zoom | 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Middle and high school students encouraged; siblings welcome
🎓 Community service hours available

When students feel prepared, they’re better equipped to make safe choices, both now and in the future.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/29/2026

Strong decisions don’t happen by accident: they’re learned.

HC DrugFree is offering a FREE, evidence-based 8-class Life Skills program for Howard County students to help them build confidence, manage stress, navigate peer pressure, and make healthy choices. The program is taught by trained Howard County college students, creating a relatable and supportive learning environment.

🖥 Classes meet on Zoom from 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Middle and high school students encouraged; siblings welcome
🎓 Community service hours available

These are skills students carry far beyond the classroom into everyday life.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/29/2026

Growing up today is harder than ever. Between academic pressure, social media, peer influence, and constant stress, many students are expected to “figure it out” on their own — often without the tools they need.

HC DrugFree is offering a FREE, evidence-based Life Skills program designed to give Howard County students practical skills they can actually use. This 8-class virtual series helps students learn how to manage stress, handle peer pressure, communicate effectively, build confidence, and make healthy decisions before challenges become crises.

What makes this program unique is that classes are taught by trained Howard County college students, creating a supportive near-peer environment where students feel understood, heard, and engaged.

🖥 Classes are held on Zoom on Wednesdays from 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 Dates: February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Middle and high school students are encouraged to attend, and siblings/friends are welcome
🎓 Community service hours are available for instructional team members.

These classes are more than lessons — they’re an investment in confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills that support healthy choices and stronger futures.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/28/2026

Don’t let your child skate on thin ice.

Growing pressure from school, peers, and everyday stress can push students into risky decisions if they don’t have the right tools. Prevention starts with preparation.

HC DrugFree is offering a FREE, evidence-based 8-class Life Skills program to help Howard County students build confidence, manage stress, handle peer pressure, and make healthy choices. Classes are taught by trained Howard County college students in a supportive, near-peer environment.

🖥 Zoom | 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Middle and high school students encouraged; siblings welcome
🎓 Community service hours available

Give your child the skills to stay on solid ground!

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/28/2026

These pills may look legitimate because they are in a prescription bottle, but they are not. DEA Houston agents recently seized counterfeit pills containing deadly fentanyl that were being sold in the community.

This is an important reminder that you cannot tell what a pill contains based on how it looks. Safe storage of medications, including locking them up and keeping them out of reach, helps prevent accidental exposure, misuse, and diversion.

01/28/2026

Leadership isn’t about having all the answers: it’s about showing up, supporting others, and setting the example.

HC DrugFree is inviting Howard County high school students to apply for the Spring 2026 Life Skills Instructional Team, a unique leadership opportunity where students assist trained Howard County college instructors during our FREE, evidence-based Life Skills program.

As an Instructional Team member, students serve as positive role models, help support class activities, and contribute feedback on a community-wide project, all while gaining real leadership experience that strengthens resumes and college applications.

Instructional Team members are expected to join each session at 4:45 p.m. (30 minutes before class) for a brief preparation meeting and must remain on camera to model engagement and leadership.

🖥 Classes held on Zoom from 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
🎓 Earn additional community service hours
👥 Open to Howard County high school students

This is more than volunteering! It’s a chance to lead, mentor, and make a real impact in your community while building skills you’ll carry into college and beyond.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/27/2026

Knowledge supports prevention. The DEA’s 2024 Drugs of Abuse Resource Guide equips parents and caregivers with science-based information for conversations at home.

Locking up medications and keeping them out of reach helps protect families and communities.

https://www.getsmartaboutdrugs.gov/publication/drugs-abuse

01/27/2026

Every parent wants their child to be confident, resilient, and prepared — not just academically, but emotionally and socially too.

HC DrugFree is offering a FREE, evidence-based Life Skills program for Howard County students that focuses on the challenges kids actually face today. Over the course of 8 virtual classes, students learn how to cope with stress, manage peer pressure, communicate effectively, and make healthy, informed choices.

The program is led by trained Howard County college students, giving participants positive role models who understand what today’s teens are going through.

🖥 Zoom | 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Open to middle and high school students; siblings welcome
🎓 Community service hours available for instructional team members

This program gives students skills they’ll carry with them long after the screen turns off.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/26/2026

Growing up today is harder than ever. Between academic pressure, social media, peer influence, and constant stress, many students are expected to “figure it out” on their own — often without the tools they need.

HC DrugFree is offering a FREE, evidence-based Life Skills program designed to give Howard County students practical skills they can actually use. This 8-class virtual series helps students learn how to manage stress, handle peer pressure, communicate effectively, build confidence, and make healthy decisions before challenges become crises.

What makes this program unique is that classes are taught by trained Howard County college students, creating a supportive near-peer environment where students feel understood, heard, and engaged.

🖥 Classes are held on Zoom on Wednesdays from 5:15–6:45 p.m.
📅 Dates: February 25; March 4, 11, 18, 25; April 8, 22, 29
👥 Middle and high school students are encouraged to attend, and siblings/friends are welcome
🎓 Community service hours are available for instructional team members.

These classes are more than lessons — they’re an investment in confidence, resilience, and lifelong skills that support healthy choices and stronger futures.

Learn More: https://hcdrugfree.org/2026/01/free-life-skills-class-2025/
Register: https://tinyurl.com/LifeSkillsSpring2026

01/26/2026

Do you think someone in your life is struggling with substance use disorder? Are you looking for ways to help and support them but are not sure how or where to begin? Learn how to start the conversation with your loved ones, and find resources to help: samhsa.gov/sites/default/files/starting-the-conversation-guide.pdf

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