Farewell from CTAD’s Executive Director Barbara de Nekker
Community the Anti Drug August 19, 2024
After more than 8 years as Executive Director, I’m writing with the sad news that my time with CTAD is coming to an end. Due
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Community the Anti Drug June 1, 2024
Lilly Brandt & Rheanna Hall We celebrate Dr. Lilly Brandt as she retires from her position as DHS assistant principal and as Co-Vice-President of CTAD.
Power of Community
Community the Anti Drug June 1, 2024
Working Together for Our Youth CTAD’s 2023 Annual Report (2023 Informe Anual en español) is a colorful compilation of accomplishments, priorities and photos. We celebrate
Help is a Text, Chat or Call Away
Community the Anti Drug June 1, 2024
Even During Summer Students who are struggling or worried about a friend are encouraged to talk to a counselor, parent, or other trusted adult. When
Supporting a Loved One’s Recovery
Community the Anti Drug April 1, 2024
How can you best celebrate friends or loved ones who are living addiction-free? Here are some ways for you and your kids to show your
Highland Park Closes Legal Loophole to Protect Youth from Cannabis
Community the Anti Drug April 1, 2024
By Barbara de Nekker, CTAD Executive Director When Illinois legalized the sale of retail marijuana, they included a lot of restrictions on advertising, packaging, production
Meet CTAD’s New Program Coordinator
Community the Anti Drug February 1, 2024
Hi, I’m delighted to be the new CTAD program coordinator. While originally from Highland Park, I began my career at the CDC in Atlanta, working
Meet CTAD’s 2024 Board of Directors
Community the Anti Drug February 1, 2024
We applaud the dedication and commitment of our continuing and newly elected board members and those who served us in the past. It’s amazing to
Tailored Resources for Our Community
Community the Anti Drug February 1, 2024
CTAD’s Parent Committee is hard at work reviewing webinars to gather resources for parents in our community. Stay tuned for specific recommendations on CTAD’s social
Lifelong Benefits of Exposure to the Arts
Community the Anti Drug February 1, 2024
Before a child speaks, they sing. Before they write, they paint. As soon as they stand, they dance. Art is the basis of human expression
When Your Child’s Friend Uses Alcohol or Other Drugs: What Can You Say and Do?
Community the Anti Drug December 1, 2023
The odds are your child will be exposed to alcohol or other drug use in social settings or at a friend’s house. It’s never too
Join CTAD’s Communications Committee
Community the Anti Drug December 1, 2023
Give Back to the Community Doing What You Love Do you love to write or edit? Are you a social media maven? Do you want
