High School Drug Prevention Speaker
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Best High School Speaker on Substance Use
Studies show that scare tactics don’t work and the “just say no” message falls short. We know you’re trying to create a positive school culture but dealing with vaping, marijuana and other drugs seems to never end!
Tomas Barraza has won awards as the best high school drug prevention speaker because he’s been exactly where your students are now. Teens relate to his desire for relationships, coping with pain, and feeling a sense of belonging. Your audience will be on the edge of their seat as he uncovers the journey to discover that drugs couldn’t give him what he was really looking for. The presentation includes coping skills, building resilience and setting boundaries around marijuana, vaping, alcohol and other drugs.
WARNING
this is not a lecture, it's a high-energy experience with interactive games, loud music, crowd participation and a positive message about choices.
Awareness & Events
There’s never a bad time to host one of our dynamic youth drug prevention speakers to reduce drugs, alcohol and vaping use at your high school. Here are the most popular times…
- Red Ribbon Week
- National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week NDAFW
- National Prevention Week
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- National Substance Abuse Prevention Month
- Prevention Summit or Conference
Why This Matters
High school students are faced with immense pressure and have access to drugs easily. If we don’t share the truth about drugs, they’ll get information from somewhere else.
Studies show that youth and teen drug use is often associated with physical and mental health problems, poorer academics, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. (Mayo Clinic)
Vive18 isn’t just about preventing drug use. It’s about social emotional skills, coping skills, resilience and building up students who can withstand pressure, pursue their goals and have a positive impact on their peers.
Going Further Than the Presentation
Student Involvement
Need a way to engage youth in drug prevention for your school or coalition? Train your peer-to-peer club, or let’s start one!
Media Package
We’ll include students at your school to create impactful videos and media content to keep the message going year round.
Curriculum
Kick those outdated materials to the side. Check out our prevention curriculum that aligns with 90% of SEL competencies.
Our Free Gift to You
A perfect addition to any Principals, Counselors or Prevention Specialist’s office. Make sure to download this short guide and print a few for your office.
Reviews & Testimonials
Washington Junior High Principal appreciated the engagement and impact it had on students.
New York Middle School Vaping & Marijuana Prevention Speaker - Testimonial
Pennsylvania Commissioner says Vive18 makes it cool to be drug and alcohol free.
Indiana Principal reviews national substance abuse prevention speaker Jake White.
Tennessee coalition director loves that it's more than a "one and done."
SADD Advisors say their students learned coping and refusal skills.
Oklahoma DFC Grantee was blown away with the positive message.
Kansas middle school loved the relatable message about choices.
Jake White
Jake has spoken to tens of thousands of high school and college students and been featured on news outlets like USA Today and ABC News. He created Party.0, a national movement, while still in school and has dedicated his life to helping students create the life they want while helping others.
- Spoken to more than 50,000 high school and college students
- Created a company and social movement as a student
Tomas Barraza
Tomas spent his youth in the drug trade until a near death experience changed his life. Realizing he could help build a positive future, instead of bringing it down, he helped co-create Vive18 to inspire students to make great choices. Tomas has…
- Spoken to 100,000+ students and given more than 700 presentations
- Named one of the best youth educators in the state of Arizona
- Featured speaker for the Arizona Governor’s Youth Leadership Day