Safety Tips for Prom
and Graduation Season

Underage Drinking is Preventable

Prom and graduation season are exciting times for teenagers.  But they also come with increased risks, especially in regards to underage drinking.  It’s important for teens and parents to make safety a priority during these times.  For teens, having a plan before the festivities will help.  This should include safe transportation, trustworthy friends and knowing who to contact in case of an emergency.  Parents and guardians can support their teen by having an open, judgement-free conversation about the dangers of drinking and other drugs.  Choosing a safe emoji/text as a code for the teen to get out of any risky situation can help prepare them for the day, as well.  Remember, one bad decision can turn a celebration into a tragedy!  Make prom and graduation season a time you want to remember!

911 Lifeline Legislation

This law provides protection from prosecution to an underage person during an alcohol or drug related emergency when they take the following steps:

  1. CALL 911 and report that another underage person is in need of medical assistance due to alcohol or drug consumption
  2. STAY WITH THE PERSON. Remain on the scene with the person in need.
  3. TALK WITH AUTHORITIES. Provide the person’s name to 911 and cooperate with medical assistance and law enforcement on the scene.

Signs of Alcohol Poisoning 

  • Passing out or semi-conscious
  • Blue-tinged skin or pale skin
  • Slow or irregular breathing
  • Confusion
  • Vomiting
  • Seizures
  • Slurred Speech

CALL 911 RIGHT AWAY

Fake Pills

Fentanyl is the leading cause of overdose deaths and is found in almost all drugs sold on the street.

Fentanyl is so potent that the
amount of a few grains of salt can be lethal.
Fake pills are created to look the same as real medications.

Parents Can Help Prevent Underage Drinking

Are you hosting a party?

  1. Safeguard any alcohol in the home.
  2. Control the environment at all times.  Be present.
  3. Control the guest list.  Get cell phone numbers of parents ahead of time.
  4. Have easily identifiable non-alcoholic drinks available.
  5. It’s OK to end the party early, if necessary.