Vaping ENDS Prevention

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We have seen historic declines in alcohol use, binge drinking, and cigarette smoking among Florida’s middle and high school students. Cigarette smoking is at an all-time low with only 1.0% of Floridians ages 12-17 currently smoking. E-cigarette use by youth has decreased, too. Although most (about 9 out of 10) students ages 11-17 haven’t used electronic cigarettes in the last 30 days, we continue to see a decrease. In 2022, 3.3% of middle school students reported they had used E-cigarettes in the last 30 days and 14.4% for high school students.

E-cigarettes continue to be the most commonly used tobacco product among young people, however it is declining. Our youth are becoming aware of the dangers of vaping and are making good choices to stay healthy. Click here to learn more about vaping.

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Parent Resources

Click on the links below to find out how you can help yourself and your child avoid the dangers of vaping.

	Vaping PSA - Did you know? View this video with your child or students to learn more about the dangers of vaping. Please Download now.
	Consequences for E-cigarette/Vaping Infractions in School Students who use or are in possession of Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) are subject to school level consequences. View this flyer for more information.
	Know the Risks about E-Cigarettes & Youth Access the Parent Guide for tips about talking with your child about E-cigarettes. Download to view the Adult Vaping Presentation and the Youth Vaping Presentation provided by the United Way of Broward County Commission on Behavioral Health and Drug Prevention (UWBCCBH). View the Report of the Surgeon General for more information on the risks associated with the use of E-cigarettes among our youth and young adults.
	Quick Facts about E-Cigarettes Download to view the Quick Facts About JUUL informational sheet to learn more about this high nicotine vaping device. Know the facts. Learn more about Vaping; The “Cool” and Dangerous New Alternative to Cigarettes, provided by Regis College
	CATCH My Breath Download the Parent Information Guide to learn more about the CATCH My Breath Youth E-cigarette and JUUL Prevention Program. Visit www.catchmybreath.org to sign up for access to the program and curriculum available for grades 5-12.
Fact Sheets & Discussion Guides	Talking to Kids About Alcohol and other Drugs 5 Conversation Goals Talking to Kids About Vaping Talking to Kids About Marijuana Keeping Youth Drug Free

Student Resources
Click on the links below to get the facts about vaping:
School Resources

For E-cigarette and vaping specific curriculum, go here. These intervention curriculum are provided to BCPS students in a tiered structure, to meet individual student's needs.
Curriculum

There are many ways we can help prevent our students from misusing drugs. Click on the "Curriculum" image to find substance prevention as well as social and emotional learning (SEL) curriculum. SEL is an effective strategy to insure lifelong wellness.

For E-cigarette and vaping specific curriculum, go here. These intervention curriculum are provided to BCPS students in a tiered structure, to meet individual student's needs.
Observances

Use national days of observance to increase awareness and promote healthy behaviors with lessons, activities, and school events. Observances are excellent tools to both educate and mobilize your students to action. Click on the image to choose which one you will celebrate now.
Vaping; The “Cool” and Dangerous New Alternative to Cigarettes

Regis College Online
Brake the Vape 2020

Want to help stop the vaping epidemic? Click on the image below to learn more about the Break the Vape campaign.