MISSION

Project SUCCESS utilizes support groups and mentoring efforts to educate youth about alcohol and drugs and enable them to make positive decisions regarding their own health and safety.

WHAT IS PROJECT SUCCESS?

Project SUCCESS (Schools Using Coordinated Community Efforts to Strengthen Students) is an evidence-based alcohol and other drugs prevention program designed for youth. Project SUCCESS consists of 6 to 8 week prevention education groups; 8 to 12 week process groups for students facing similar issues; and individual assessment and mentoring. Each prevention specialist is at a school site for two full days each week, becoming an integral part of the school community.

WHAT IS AN "EVIDENCE-BASED" PROGRAM?

An "evidence-based" program or "best-practice model" program is one which has been tested in communities, schools, social service organizations, and workplaces across America, and have provided solid proof that they have prevented or reduced substance abuse and other related high-risk behaviors.

WHO IS RECEIVING PROJECT SUCCESS SERVICES?

Currently, Center for Human Development provides the Project SUCCESS program at six junior high and middle schools and two alternative high schools located in West, Central and East Contra Costa County. We are at Adams Middle School, Portola Middle School, and Stop Drop at Gompers Continuation School in West County; Martinez Junior High, Glenbrook Middle School, and Olympic Continuation High School in Central County; and Central Junior High and Hillview Junior High in East County.

WHO SPONSORS THIS PROGRAM?

Project SUCCESS is funded by Contra Costa Health Services, Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Division.