The Natchitoches Junior High JAG members would like to express their gratitude to Nurse Wren and Officer Dorsey for serving as guest speakers during our session on Feb. 26. Their presentations were both enlightening and crucial in addressing issues that continue to affect the youth in our community.
Nurse Wren and Officer Dorsey were invited to participate in the session as part of JAG’s Project-Based Learning (PBL) initiative. The goal of this project is to educate students about the harmful effects of tobacco and vaping, as well as the legal consequences surrounding their use. The session focused on two critical questions: Is vaping an issue in our school? and Is tobacco use an epidemic in our community? These thought-provoking questions have ignited significant discussions among students, and the guest speakers provided invaluable insights.
Nurse Wren was the first to speak, sharing important information about the severe consequences of vaping. She highlighted the dangers of respiratory problems, lung damage, and the increased risk of addiction associated with vaping. Officer Dorsey followed with a compelling presentation about the legal aspects of tobacco and vaping. He clarified that while the legal age for purchasing these products is 21, many students are still accessing them illegally. He also explained the legal repercussions for minors caught using tobacco or vaping products.
The session was an excellent opportunity for students to learn from experts and deepen their understanding of the real-life implications of tobacco and vaping use. The JAG members have been diligently working on their PBL project to raise awareness about these issues and spark broader conversations within the school and the wider community.
As the session came to a close, both Nurse Wren and Officer Dorsey encouraged students to take action. Not only should they avoid tobacco and vaping products, but they should also advocate for their peers and speak out against the normalization of vaping in schools and communities. Their messages were clear: students have the power to influence positive change.
The JAG students left the event with a stronger commitment to spreading awareness and promoting healthier choices. This event serves as another example of how the JAG program empowers students to become leaders and advocates for their own well-being.
Pictured: Officer Dorsey, JaDarrius Demease, Gracelyn Reed, Nurse Wren, Za’riyah Williams, Chaslyn Evans, Savanna Guy, Heaven Haskett, Jade Hymes, Jeremiah Coutee, Melaine Sarpy, Cadynce Smith, Harmoni Morrow, Harmony Jackson, Kayleigh Fox, Dario Beaudion and Chelsea Robinson
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