Elkhart County Teens Are Making Positive Life Choices…

we know because we ask them.

What is Positively Elkhart County?

Positively Elkhart County (PEC) is a program that focuses on the positive choices teens are making in Elkhart County. Backed by science, PEC applies the Positive Community Norms approach to our work in prevention. When we celebrate young people’s positive choices, we change people’s perceptions, and as a result, we change their behaviors.

Did you know in the last 30 days, Elkhart County Teens HAVE NOT…

%

Vaped or used E-Cigarettes

%

Consumed alcohol

%

Used marijuana

%

Used others' prescription drugs

Data provided by the Indiana Youth Survey (INYS) conducted by Indiana University in 2022

We know because we ask them.

Hey, Elkhart County Teens

Have you seen PEC at your school? If you attend an Elkhart County Middle or High School, chances you’ve seen us! We’re the people who give out killer swag and ask you questions about what you think your peers are doing.

Check out your portal to find out where you can meet up with PEC next!

Teen Portal

Hello Educators!

Want to learn more about Positively Elkhart County? In your portal we walk through the science behind our program, help you understand how our team can work with you in your classroom, and provide a place for you to nominate a Do-Gooder in your school.

Educator Portal

Greetings Adults!

If you are a parent of a teen, a community member who cares about the future of our county, or just someone who wants to learn more… this is your space. We know that adults play a huge part in every teen’s life. Positively Elkhart County is a program that helps you talk to the teens in your life and helps you celebrate their positive choices.

Adult Portal

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In the past few years, we’ve seen local teens do some extraordinary things in the community, from delivering meals to seniors to stepping up when others needed them. To celebrate their positive impact, we started the Do-Gooder campaign. Because, at Positively Elkhart County, we’re all about the positive. Now we need YOUR HELP to highlight more Do-Gooders. If you know a student in Elkhart County who has gone above and beyond to help out, nominate them at positivelyelkhart.org/be-a-do-gooder/
NARCAN (Naloxone) is now available over the counter at Walgreens! Here are some facts you need to know about NARCAN. 1. It can reverse the symptoms of an opioid overdose (like fentanyl) 2. It does not have any negative effects if administered to someone who has not overdosed on opioids 3. It does not reverse the symptoms of non-opioid drug overdoses 4. When administered, it takes 3-5 minutes to take effect, and the effects last 30-90 minutes If you notice a friend or loved one exhibiting symptoms of an opioid overdose, administer NARCAN and call 9-11 immediately.
It might seem like everyone believes all teens are vaping these days. But in Elkhart County, LESS teens are vaping today than they were 5 years ago. That’s amazing! Keep up the great work, Elkhart County!
Are you coming to Concord High School’s Homecoming game this Friday (9/15/2023)? Because we are! If you spot the PEC booth, come say hi and grab some swag!
This week's National Preparedness Month tip is a simple (but effective) one: communication. Back to school is the perfect time to talk to your teen about drugs and alcohol. Psychologists recommend calm, consistent reminders over one big conversation. Being honest and creating a safe space for your child to ask questions might just save their life.
Back in 2017, 95% of local teens believed it was wrong to smoke cigarettes. What percentage of teens TODAY believe smoking cigarettes is wrong? Take your best guess!

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