REACT, which stands for Reality Even Affects Clinton Teens, is substance-free group for Pierson, Eliot and Morgan students that focuses on fun, leadership skills, and peer support for positive decision making. Read on for more information about each group.
Morgan REACT is a club for any Clinton 9-12 grader, whether they attend Morgan or another high school.
Morgan REACT meets twice per month in the evening and focuses on leadership skill development, identifying personal strengths, peer support, and substance abuse prevention.
Morgan REACT’s major project is Haunted Hallways which raises funds for Clinton Social Services. Haunted Hallways is always held the Sunday evening before Halloween.
Morgan REACT also participates in Christmas in Clinton, Family Day, and many other Clinton town events. All members are offered community service opportunities throughout the school year. Some members attend state and national conferences and trainings, and have also testified at the state capitol.
Eliot REACT includes Eliot 6-8 grade students in fun, engaging meetings once per month. Every other month, parents are included in the monthly meetings. Students and parents are educated on the 40 Developmental Assets, which are the building blocks of positive decision making, through group games, individual challenges and other fun activities.
Eliot REACT members offer the Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt game at Christmas in Clinton and attract a lot of attention at the Medication Take Back Days at the police department. They also complete peer education programs in school on topics such as marijuana, underage drinking, and overall health.
Morgan REACT members assist with all Eliot meetings, serving as positive role models for the younger students.
Pierson REACT involves 4th and 5th grade students and their parents in monthly meetings from October—June. Similar to Eliot REACT, the focus of the meetings is learning about the 40 Developmental Assets as well as positive family communication. Behavioral research has shown that the #1 deterrents of underage substance use are positive family communication and clearly stated parental expectations.
Pierson REACT members enjoy group games, team building, role playing and challenges to learn about the assets. Pierson students are also involved with community service projects, including Christmas in Clinton. Giving young people opportunities to be leaders in the community strengthens self esteem and assists youth in making healthy decisions.
Morgan REACT members mentor the Pierson students and provide positive peer role models throughout the school year.
Parents are given information on drug use trends in Clinton, tips for communicating with their young people, and can connect with one another for their own peer support network.
Starting REACT at the Pierson level gives your young person a club to “belong” to throughout their Clinton school experience! REACT can be that bridge between schools that helps them transition with a group of friends and older peers.
For information on any of these clubs please call 860-664-1142.