Bayshore’s prevention clubs aim to set a new standard for youth prevention by identifying what works best through real-world research and collaboration. By sharing these findings with families, educators, and community leaders, Bayshore is creating a brighter, healthier future for the Lower Eastern Shore.
We are proud to lead innovative Prevention Clubs, designed to gather science-based, data-driven insights that enhance youth prevention initiatives. These clubs serve as a platform for research and collaboration, where evidence-based practices are developed, tested, and refined to address substance use and promote wellness among young people. By sharing these findings with families, educators, and community leaders, Bayshore is creating a brighter, healthier future within youth prevention.
Curriculum Development
The curriculum for the Young Achievers Network prevention clubs is being crafted by a team of experienced education professionals, ensuring that it is both engaging and effective. This research-driven approach allows Bayshore to identify strategies that truly resonate with youth, fostering lasting behavioral change.
Goals of the Prevention Clubs
- Empowering Youth:
- Equip young people with tools and knowledge to make healthy, informed decisions
- Foster leadership skills by involving participants in peer-led prevention activities
Data Collection for Impact
- Conducting ongoing evaluations to determine the effectiveness of various prevention methods
- Using the data to shape future prevention programs and initiatives
Engaging Parents and Guardians
- Sharing prevention messages and findings with parents to strengthen the home’s role in supporting youth
- Providing resources and strategies for parents to reinforce prevention efforts
Community Collaboration
- Partnering with schools, community groups, and families
- Promoting open communication between youth, parents, and educators about the challenges and solutions surrounding substance use.
