Kent County Prevention Coalition

❓ Are your students facing challenges with substance use or risky behaviors?�❓ Do you wish your school had more support and resources for prevention?�❓ Are you looking for a brave space to have solution-based conversations?

If so, we invite you to join KCPC’s Educator Listening Sessions — a time to share your perspective, connect with fellow educators, and help shape how Substance Use Prevention services can best support your students and staff.

☕ Enjoy coffee and treats, or lunch while your voice is heard.
�📅 Wednesday, October 1 | 9:30–11:00 AM�📅 Friday, October 3 | 11:00–12:30 PM
�📍 Muse SE, 501 Eastern SE Ste. 101, Grand Rapids, MI

👉 Register today to save your spot! Link In Bio!
https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/36c7b701-80e4-471d-8b0d-ec1b29c5ae1a/select

❓ Are your students facing challenges with substance use or risky behaviors?�❓ Do you wish your school had more support and resources for prevention?�❓ Are you looking for a brave space to have solution-based conversations?

If so, we invite you to join KCPC’s Educator Listening Sessions — a time to share your perspective, connect with fellow educators, and help shape how Substance Use Prevention services can best support your students and staff.

☕ Enjoy coffee and treats, or lunch while your voice is heard.
�📅 Wednesday, October 1 | 9:30–11:00 AM�📅 Friday, October 3 | 11:00–12:30 PM
�📍 Muse SE, 501 Eastern SE Ste. 101, Grand Rapids, MI

👉 Register today to save your spot!

https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/36c7b701-80e4-471d-8b0d-ec1b29c5ae1a/select

ATI Days of Discovery: Summer Recap ☀️

This summer, KCPC launched the pilot ATI Days of Discovery program, engaging 6th–12th grade students in six weeks of activities and conversations about life pathways, personal success, and the risks of substance use. The program provided a safe space for youth to grow, connect, and be inspired.

We look forward to building on this momentum and expanding the experience in summer 2026! 😎🚀

Welcome Back Educators and Students!

As a new school year begins, the Kent County Prevention Coalition is excited to step into another year of prevention, impact, and hope for a future where youth thrive and live Above the Influence. 

Together with our partners and community, we look forward to continuing this important work and building momentum for lasting change.

Want to stay up to date with what’s happening with the Kent County Prevention Coalition? Just DM us your email or email us directly at [email protected].

🌟 Calling All Dreamers! 🌟
This summer, we’re inviting middle and high school students across Kent County to lean in, dream big, and discover their potential with our Days of Discovery: a Summer Experience Designed Just for YOU.

Over 6 weeks, teens will explore their purpose, build confidence, connect with positive peers, and gain the tools to live Above the Influence — while creating real change in their communities.

👉 Weekly sessions include:
✅ Dream-building activities
✅ Youth-led discussions
✅ Content creation and social challenges
✅ Leadership and prevention skill-building
✅ A safe, fun, and inspiring space to grow

Spots are limited — don’t miss out!

📅 Starts this summer
📍MUSE SE
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdnHDeMn9E7eq9vIPtF0bCJ5HN3to4jhUXEG4iyXD3vWlyE9w/viewform

Have you seen the latest Youth Summit Event Recap?
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The 2025 CREATE YOUR DREAMS Youth Summit was nothing short of incredible — and it was all made possible by YOU.

To every volunteer who served with a smile, every speaker who poured into our youth, and every partner who helped bring this vision to life: thank you. Your presence and support created a space where middle and high school students felt empowered to dream big, speak up, and commit to living Above the Influence.

This year’s Summit saw record-breaking engagement, powerful conversations, and moments of transformation we won’t soon forget.

Together, we created more than an event — we created momentum. And we can’t wait to see where it takes us next.

You showed up, you served, and you SHINED. ✨

To our incredible volunteers — thank you for being attentive, kind, selfless, and fully present at every moment of the 2025 CREATE YOUR DREAMS Youth Summit. Your energy and support helped create an environment where teens felt seen, inspired, and empowered — and their overwhelming response told it all. 💬💥

Because of you, this year’s Summit wasn’t just successful — it was unforgettable. 💛



Drop a “THANK YOU” in the comments to show our volunteers some appreciation!!

Always thankful for !! Make sure you create some memories while you

The big day is tomorrow!! Can’t wait for you to at this year’s 💭😎

ARE YOU READY?!

Thank you so much to those who were able to help us get prepped for summit today!

We are less than 3 weeks away from welcoming 1200 youth to Youth Summit 2025!!!

To all the volunteers and chaperones thank you for committing to making this event a success.

To all the youth get ready a full day geared to spark the dreamer in you!!!

Calling All Volunteers! Help Us Prepare for the Youth Summit!

We’re gearing up for an incredible Youth Summit with 1,200+ youth, and we need YOUR help to get everything ready! You can help us ensure that every young attendee has what they need for an amazing experience. Plus, it’s a great way to serve, connect, and make an impact alongside others joining us in this great work.

Lunch will be provided and your RSVP by 12noon Monday 4/21 helps us prepare. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/april-volunteer-work-day-tickets-1307964931319?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thank you for being a part of this mission!