October 18, 2011
Hello Parents!
The Windsor Locks Wellness Coalition (formerly Substance Abuse Prevention and Action Council {SAPAC}) is happy to share with you the launching of our Underage Drinking and Prescription Drug Prevention Campaign in Windsor Locks. The message we are trying to send is a simple one:
1. Lock It Up!-If you have alcohol and/or prescription drugs in your home, please lock it up and limit your student’s access.
2. Talk It Up! - Have conversations often with your student about the dangers and consequences of underage drinking and prescription drug abuse.
3. Set the Rules! - Make sure your students knows your expectations and potential consequences for underage drinking and/or prescription drug abuse.
We will be promoting our message in different venues during
Red Ribbon Week (October 24th- October 29th, 2011) at these locations:

Tuesday, October 25th –We will be promoting our message to students during a Red Ribbon Week Advisory Period at Windsor Locks High School. Event for students only.

Thursday, October 27th – We will be promoting the campaign at the Town of Windsor Locks Health Fair, 50 Church Street from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Open to the public.
Saturday, October 29th – Youth Action Council will be marching in the local homecoming parade and will be handing about t-shirts and other materials related to the campaign. Parade begins at 11:15 a.m. and is open to the public.
Saturday, October 29th – Drug Take Back Day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Windsor Locks Police Department, 4 Volunteer Drive. Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal. Any drugs- no questions asked.
Thank your local businesses who are participating in the campaign and displaying our campaign posters!

For more information contact Kate Barnard, Youth Services Director
at 860-627-1482 or kbarnard@wlocks.com.