Vaping Awareness Toolkit
This vaping awareness toolkit brings together a variety of trusted resources, including FAQs, research articles, books, websites, local resources, and videos, to help families better understand the dangers of vaping and to have impactful conversations with their children. The resources are available in both English and Spanish. If you have any questions on this toolkit, please reach out to any member of the Vaping Awareness Committee.
Frequently Asked Questions
This handout includes common questions about vaping. It provides families with clear information about vaping and warning signs to look for. Our goal is to equip parents with knowledge, conversation tools, and resources to help prevent vaping and support healthy decision-making.
Conversation
Starters
Starters
To support you at home, we are providing families with conversation starters to help guide meaningful discussions with their students about vaping. We recognize that students have different knowledge and awareness of vaping, and these conversation starters are designed to help families talk about the impact and dangers of vaping. Below are questions to help start these conversations.
Services and Local Resources
There are trusted local organizations and support services available to families who would like additional guidance or assistance related to vaping prevention and substance use. These resources include counseling services, youth programs, health providers, and community-based supports. Our goal is to connect families with accessible, confidential help within the community whenever it is needed.
Helpful Websites and Videos
Shared here are websites and videos designed to help families understand and address vaping and substance use. Resources include basic information on vaping and its risks, as well as practical guidance for those seeking cessation support. Our goal is to connect families with reliable, professional, and easily accessible online tools.
Recommended Books and Articles
The purpose of sharing books and articles regarding the topic of vaping is to help families gather resources that contain helpful information on how to talk to your children about vaping, the physical and mental health impacts associated with vaping, and facts parents should know to keep themselves informed on the topic. The books featured in this section can be purchased on Amazon. The journal articles are linked below for your convenience.
Vaping Awareness Committee:
Sally-Ann Stukuls, Assistant Superintendent
Rachel Sanchez, School Nutrition and Wellness Coordinator
Tricia Chisholm, Communications Specialist
Allison Blount, Special Education Teacher