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The Party Problem:
The Party Problem:
Keeping Kids and Parents Safe
Keeping Kids and Parents Safe
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Decatur High School-The Learning Commons (Library)
Enter at Bus Drop Off Area off Commerce Drive, Decatur GA
Adults Only
REGISTRATION REQUIRED: CLICK HERE
We have heard your concerns about alcohol (and other drug) use when youth gather in private spaces. To help address these concerns, join us and a panel of local experts to have a conversation about how parents can work together to make Decatur safer for all youth.
STOP HERE>>>>>Panelists etc will be listed below.
Let's talk about....
What is actually happening in Decatur?
What are my responsibilities when allowing youth to gather?
How do I communicate my expectations with those youth and their parents?
How do I set boundaries with my own child?
How much supervision is needed?
What if they do this when I am not at home?
Can my older child supervise my younger children while I am away?
Is taking the keys to keep everyone from drinking and driving a good strategy?
What are the liabilities for providing and/or allowing this on my property?
What if they sneak something in or take something without my knowledge?
Where are youth gathering besides private residences?
What is Decatur doing to enforce existing laws and ordinances?
Learn what is happening locally to prevent overdose deaths in our community. View a short documentary showing the impact of opioid addiction on others. Hear a local parent's and a young adult's perspective.
Learn how to identify a potential overdose, how to administer NARCAN®, and other potential life-saving information.
In 2014, Georgia passed the Medical Amnesty Law. This law stipulates, "that anyone seeking medical assistance for themselves or someone else for a drug overdose cannot be charged with a drug violation if the evidence of the drug violation results 'solely from seeking such medical assistance.' The Medical Association of Georgia Foundation.
Join us. Learn more about the Medical Amnesty Law. Learn how to save a life.
NARCAN® Nasal Spray Kits will be available upon request at no cost to attendees—one per family (supplies limited).
Connect with other Decatur parents. Learn more about the Decatur Parents Network.
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This complimentary presentation is co-hosted by
Decatur Parents Network, a subcommittee of the DHS Parent Teacher Student Association, and the Decatur Education Foundation, with additional support provided by Decatur Prevention Initiative.
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