SUPPORTS D.A.R.E. PROGRAM

A few days ago I ended the D.A.R.E. program. We were told that this was
going to end in Huntington and other county schools because of lack of
funds. I want to keep the D.A.R.E. program because it is a good informal
program. Officer Bridwell taught us well and I don't think it should end. I
learned that smoking can cause bad breath, lung cancer and heart disease.
Over 400,000 Americans die each year from tobacco related causes. Alcohol
slows down the brain and can cause coma and death. Illegal drugs like
marijuana and cocaine can cause health, family and legal problems. I think
all fifth graders should have the opportunity to learn how to say no to drugs.

Please fund the D.A.R.E. program.

Raylan Long, age 11, Huntington