Many teens are using drugs. Definition: A drug is any substance that, when absorbed

into the body of a living organism, alters normal bodily function. It is also, a substance used as medication or in the preparation of medication. Drugs are even used in dyeing or chemical operations.

Statistic: Illicit teen drug use as of 2011 8th grade- 30.4% 10th grade – 44.9% 12th grade – 52.8%

When teens get involved in sports: Soccer Lacrosse Basketball Football Volleyball When they are influenced by their best friends or family

members. “ Teens use drugs because they want to fit in with the

crowd, they don’t want to be teased about not trying drugs. They want to show bullies they aren’t scared to try drugs for the first time.”

A large dosage or swallowing too many pills.

Using medications when they are not directed or prescribed to you.

Taking a drug when they should not be used, just to relax or stay calm.

A 2009 survey stated 20% of teens say they have taken a prescription drug without a doctor’s prescription.

Open communication with parents Going to therapy : At school Therapy classes Narconon drug education study: Discusses with teens about which ways to prevent

themselves of using drugs. D.A.R.E Drug Abuse Resistance Education

High blood pressure Kidney cancer Chronic pain Addiction Death Commas Heart attacks Memory Loss Stroke

Heroin Opium Ecstasy Crack-cocaine Marijuana

Police officers enforce laws. They catch criminals and collect evidence.

› In May of 2008, police officers had average yearly wages of $52,710

› There were about 661,500 police officers and sheriffs in the United States.

› Experienced police officers can move into better, paying civil service positions with more responsibility by performing well in their current position and by continuing their education.

› Related careers: › Detective› Crime scene investigator

I will be attending River Hill High School.

I researched the Emergency Medical Technician Academy.

I picked this academy because I want to be a cardiologist when I grow up. It is my dream job and it pays a lot.

It’s located in Chestnut Hill, MA The yearly tuition is $54,528 Students are required to take civil

procedure, constitutional law, contracts, properties, criminal law, reasoning, and writing. This also includes traditional courses as well.

The mascot is an eagle.

I volunteered to help at a animal shelter.

I did this because I am an animal lover.

› Employed at Ruby Tuesdays › Received Employee of the Month of

March › Devoted to my dog-walking business