Lions Quest or D.A.R.E.?


Here are four significant differences between Lions Quest and
D.A.R.E. that might be helpful for Lions and schools to recognize:

1.    Drug Awareness Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) is an
information-based program that focuses on toxicology
and pharmacology of illegal drugs, with some newly added
bullying prevention lessons.  Lions Quest is a broad-based
life skills approach, an approach that is recognized by the
World Health Organization, National Institute for Drug Abuse,
and other experts, as more effective than simply sharing
information about drugs.  Life skills education teaches and
reinforces the skills necessary for young people to apply their
knowledge of drugs, resist negative peer pressure, set goals,
and develop positive, healthy behaviors.

2.    Due to its lack of evaluation outcomes, D.A.R.E. is not be
found on any of the recent lists distributed by the United
States Department of Education, the National Institute for
Drug Abuse, or the Collaborative for Academic, Social,
and Emotional Learning.  With a long history of research-
based program development and rigorous evaluation
outcomes, Lions Quest programs have been recognized
by all three of the aforementioned groups.

3.    A law enforcement officer facilitates D.A.R.E. instruction
once per week, over an 8-week period in fifth or seventh
grade.  Lions Quest is integrated across the curriculum by
a trained and certified classroom teacher, thereby taking
advantage of the opportunity for the “teachable moment”
that occurs in every classroom.  This process also allows
for the teacher to infuse and reinforce concepts throughout
the school year ensuring that they become a natural way of
life.  (We do agree that a positive relationship can be
established between officers in the classroom and young
people, one of the stronger points of the D.A.R.E. program.)

4.  1-800-446-2700     www.lions-quest.org
D.A.R.E. funding is through federal, state, and local taxes.  
This makes D.A.R.E. susceptible to local funding cuts,
administration changes within the law enforcement agency,
and/or change in priorities among law enforcement agencies
in a given locale.  Lions Quest programs are eligible for Safe
and Drug Free Schools funds, as well other federal funding
related to youth development including character education
and service learning.  Lions Quest is found on the approved
programs list for many states’ tobacco settlement funding,
opening this option for implementation of Lions Quest in the
schools.  In addition, Lions Quest provides local Lions clubs
as community allies, often bringing both financial and important
volunteer support, which is not available with D.A.R.E.

Ellis Ring, Lions-Quest Chair in New Hampshire               
603 767-9313 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Our web page www.lionsyouthservices.org

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The Lions Quest life skills programs teach

young people to make healthy decisions about their lives.
This includes learning how to say "no" to drugs, alcohol,
violence and gang-involvement.

For almost 20 years, Lions clubs have sponsored
school-based Lions Quest life skills development curricula.

* Skills for Growing curricula-- for students ages five through nine
* Skills for Adolescence curricula -- for students ages 10 through 14
* Skills for Action curricula -- for students ages 14 through 18
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Social, Emotional and Workplace Skills for Success in School and Life (9-12)

This new workshop will provide participants with an increased understanding
of social and emotional learning (SEL) and the demands of the 21st century
workplace. Utilizing the Skills Bank book from the Skills for Action curriculum,
educators will become familiar with the 26 skill sets designed to implement
effective SEL and school-to-work competencies in the classroom and the
school. Participants will practice teaching from the Skills Bank, and explore
models for implementation and integration of SEL into the school curriculum.
This is a one-day workshop for up to 36 participants and includes the high
school Skills Bank.

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Exciting updates from Lions Quest!

Our ReQuest workshop is now online!

This online course is available to educators who have already been
trained through a traditional workshop.  Meeting  the needs of today's
busy teachers, we"ve put ReQuest online in a 2.5 hour format, making it
easy for participants to gain all of the benefits of Lions Quest ReQuest.

Upon completion of ReQuest, educators will know:

* current trends in education and the face of changing student
populations
* instructional strategies on how to establish and maintain a
social/emotional learning environment
* how to decrease student distractions and improve student
performance
* successful service learning strategies and projects
* how to reduce and manage bullying

Share this new offering with your local Lions Quest teachers! 
ReQuest is now available at a promotional price of $29.99
through the end of March!  Discounted group pricing is also available.

ReQuest can be purchased with a credit card,
check/money order, or purchase number.  To access ReQuest, visit

http://www.lions-quest.org/edresources/online_learning.php.

New bullying prevention lessons!

Lions Quest educators also have access to new bullying prevention
lessons to implement with K-8 programs!  The new lessons are only
available online at http://www.lions-quest.org.  Those completing
the ReQuest online course will have access to the lessons during
the training. Other Lions Quest educators can download the lessons
from the Resource Library:
http://resourcelibrary.lq.simlms.com/resLibRegister.aspx.  Once
inside the library, click lesson plans.  It's that easy!

Re-designed Skills for Growing and Skills for Action kits are now
available!

Skills for Growing and Skills for Action have received face-lifts
with new graphics, design, photographs, and updated rationale,
research and resources!  Skills for Growing comes with a new Drug
Information Guide.  Skills for Action is organized into 4 books:
Teacher Resource Guide, Curriculum Manual, Advisory Team Handbook,
and Skills Bank.
There are new implementation models and the Skills Bank opens with
a chapter describing how to use it as a stand-alone social and
emotional learning and life skills program.  Many of the program
updates can also be found in the online Resource Library.



If you have any questions, feel free to contact Lions Quest,
1-800-446-2700.

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Lions Youth Services
Ellis A. Ring, Lions-Quest Chair
P O Box 214, Northwood, NH 03261-0214  
Cell 603 767-9313  E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

LIONS-QUEST 1 DAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

Teens, Alcohol& Other Drugs Workshop (Grades 9-12)  Workshop # 1

"Teens, Alcohol, & Other Drugs" provides in-depth coverage of one
of the most urgent issues facing youth today. In this one-day
workshop, educators will receive the tools to help students gain
the knowledge, attitudes and behaviors they need to grow up healthy
and drug-free, while resisting alcohol and other drugs within school
and society at large. Workshop materials include the TAOD curriculum,
a supplement unit to the Skills for Action high school program.

CLASSROOM DISCIPLINE: ESTABLISHING RESPONSIBILITY AND RESPECT
Workshop (Grades K-12)                         Workshop # 2

This one-day workshop is for teachers who want to implement new
strategies for creating a positive classroom environment. Topics
include setting rules, establish consequences, and handle classroom
discipline, while keeping student and teacher dignity in tact. This
program will allow educators to review their current classroom disciplinary
plan and make adjustments that will benefit the teacher and the students.
The major emphasis during the day will be on specific techniques, not
theoretical approaches. This workshop will reinforce the good things
teachers are currently doing regarding the discipline of students, while
providing new skills to enhance classroom management.

INTRODUCTION TO SERVICE-LEARNING:  IMPLEMENTATION AND INTEGRATION
(Grades K-12)                                Workshop # 3                
Educators and community members attending this one-day, highly
interactive, professional development workshop will learn the four
essential steps of successful service-learning and the elements of
a high quality service-learning project.
They will learn how to integrate the service-learning methodology
into any school subject using case studies and develop an
implementation plan. Participants will learn about the strong link
between service-learning and academic achievement and dropout prevention.
Workshop materials include the Cathryn Berger Kaye book
The Complete Guide to Service Learning.

MANAGING ANGER, RESOLVING CONFLICT. and PREVENTING VIOLENCE
Workshop (Grade K-12)                                     Workshop # 4

This one-day workshop prepares educators and community members to
teach young people in grades K-12 skills in anger management, conflict
resolution, and violence prevention. Teachers experience better
classroom management while students develop classroom rules, demonstrate
respect, and learn how to negotiate with peers. Students learn ways to
control their anger, resolve their own conflicts, and communicate more
effectively. Students practice and apply their skills, and serve as
positive role models for their peers, leading to safer-schools.

v    Time necessary for all workshops 8:00 to 3:30 PM
v    Maximum number Participants 50

Cost of the workshop is $3,200.00 
a.    School will provide lunch for all including the Instructor
b.    Registration name & grade level must be provided at least 30
days before the workshop date.

For More Information: Ellis Ring Lions Quest Chair.
Cell 603 767-9313 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Also More information at our web page: www.lions-quest.org

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Lions Youth Services
Ellis A. Ring, Lions-Quest Chair    
P O Box 214 Northwood, NH 03261-0214 
Cell 603 767-9313  E-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it


LIONS-QUEST 2 DAY PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS

Only 36 attendees for each instructor in all two-day workshops

Skills for Growing: Grades K-5, curriculum includes:
Lions-Quest Skills for Growing is designed to be used in a classroom, school wide.
And even in an after school program. It brings
together school staff, families, communities, and children in a unified initiative
that integrates, character education,life skills,positive prevention, and
service-learning for personal and school success. The program directs the creative
energies of children        into becoming capable and healthy young people with
direction, skills and a commitment to their families, school and community.
Program Goals: 1. Promote a healthy, drug free approach to life. 2. Help children
develop self-discipline, good judgment, responsibility,and skills to resolve conflicts
peacefully. 3. Provide skills for students to practice good citizenship and respect
for others. 4. Celebrate diversity. 5. Involve the family, school, and community.

Skills for Adolescence: Grades 6-8, curriculum includes:
Lions-Quest Skills for Adolescence is a comprehensive
life skills and drug prevention curriculum for middle
school students that emphasizes character development,
communication, decision making, and service-learning.
It is also a strong prevention tool that guides young
people towards healthy choices and a drug and
violence-free lifestyle. The program’s flexible approach
incorporates the most current research, educational
strategies, and implementation processes for linking
the home, school,and community in teaching essential
life and citizenship skills.
Program Goals:
1. Engage students, families, the school, and community
members in creating a positive learning environment.

2. Teach necessary life skills to middle school youth.

3. Promote a safe, healthy approach to life free from
alcohol and other drug use.

4. Involve young people in the practice of good citizenship.

5. Strengthen young people’s commitment to
their families, positive peers, schools, and communities.

A Combination workshop Skills for Growing and Skills for
Adolescence, offered to provide the opportunity for a full
workshop in smaller schools.
Grades K-8 Skills for Action:
Grades 9-12. curriculum includes: Skills for Action is the
high school component of the Lions-Quest program. It is an
innovative and flexible curriculum that moves beyond the
classroom to build essential life skills through school-based
learning. The program is rooted in the belief that young
people who are prepared to meet adulthood by developing their
character and having high expectations for positive behavior
can take meaningful roles in addressing the issues that affect
their lives, their communities, and the world.
Skills for Action stimulates students’ intellectual curiosity
and academic growth while guiding them toward active citizenship
and positive social action.
Program Goals:
1. Support the development of responsible, healthy youth.
2. Assist students in learning and applying key life skills.
3. Involve young people in actively addressing real-life issues.
4. Reinforce positive character and civic values.
5. Install respect for and service to others.
6. Promote social and cultural understanding.
7. Help students resist alcohol and other drugs and resolve
conflicts without violence.

Instructor and all materials:    For 12 attendees $ 4,875.00
Over 12, $120.00 for each additional
Maximum cost for 36 is $ 6,875.00
a.School will provide lunch for all attendees, and the
instructor.
b.Registration name & grade level must be provided at
least 30 days before the workshop date.
c.All attendees receive grade level curriculum materials.
d.We offer all two-day workshops to be conducted on two separate
days in the same school year.
The cost of this option is $500.00 Additional for instructors return.

Contact Ellis Ring Lions Quest Chair
Cell 603 767-9313   or e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
More information at our web page.         
http://www.lions-quest.org