Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.)

This year millions of school children around the world will benefit from D.A.R.E., the highly acclaimed program that gives kids the skills they need to avoid involvement in drugs, gangs, and violence. Founded in 1983 in Los Angeles, it is now implemented in more than half of our nation's school districts and in more than 53 countries. D.A.R.E. is a law enforcement officer-led series of classroom lessons that teaches children from kindergarten through 12th grade how to resist peer pressure and live productive lives.

The D.A.R.E. program in Auglaize County was established in St. Marys City Schools in January 1991. In the fall of 1994, the program went countywide, offering D.A.R.E. to all six school districts.

Auglaize County Previous D.A.R.E. Officers

Community Benefits

• Reduced Substance Abuse: By teaching children about the dangers of drugs, alcohol, and tobacco, DARE aims to reduce experimentation and addiction.
• Improved Decision-Making Skills: Teaches children how to resist peer pressure, make informed choices, and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
• Enhanced Self-Esteem: Incorporates activities that boost confidence, helping youth feel empowered to resist negative influences.
• Stronger Community Bonds: Fosters collaboration between law enforcement, schools, and families.
• Positive Role Models: Officers serve as mentors, demonstrating the importance of healthy choices.

Thank you,
Deputy Tim Rammel