THIS MOTHER SUPPORTS THE DARE PROGRAM

This letter is in response to the letter by Carpentersville Trustee
John Noverini.

As a parent of a child who has been through Drug Abuse Resistance
Education, I believe the program can make a difference.

My daughter, now 17, was taught much more than "winners don't use drugs."

She also was taught the dangers of alcohol, tobacco and peer
pressure, which I believe encourages and glamorizes drug usage more
than any DARE class ever could. My daughter is carrying these lessons
with her into adulthood.

The DARE program also offers the children a chance to build a rapport
with the police officers in a positive way.

As a tax-paying citizen of the village, I believe the expense of the
three new officers is justified.

Susan Wilson

Carpentersville