According to the 2015 Healthy Kids Colorado Survey (HKCS), 46.3% of DPS high school students had ever used marijuana, and 15.2% of high school students had tried marijuana before age 13. These numbers…
Read More![According to the 2015 Healthy Kids Colorado Survey (HKCS), 46.3% of DPS high school students had ever used marijuana, and 15.2% of high school students had tried marijuana before age 13. These numbers can be eye opening for some parents and they certainly display the importance of talking with your child about your expectations for […]](http://denverrap.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/family-dinnertime-450x285.jpg "Talking With Your Child About Marijuana and Other Drugs")
![As your child grows up, it is natural for them to change their attitudes and behaviors; but how do you know what behaviors are normal, and what behaviors may be an indicator that they are engaging in unhealthy activities? If your child is exhibiting any of the following warning signs, it is a good idea […]](http://denverrap.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Cool_Kids-450x285.jpg "Signs Your Child Could Be Engaging in Unhealthy Activities")
As your child grows up, it is natural for them to change their attitudes and behaviors; but how do you know what behaviors are normal, and what behaviors may be an indicator that they are engaging in…
Read MoreMarijuana in Denver is only legal for individuals 21 years or older; but with dispensaries and advertisements for marijuana everywhere you turn, do you have the facts that you need to explain to your…
Read More![The first ever STUDENT WRITTEN DenverRAP blog is here! Read on for student perspective of tobacco use in Denver. Written by: Aiden, 8th Grader at Skinner Middle School Gabi, 8th Grader at Skinner Middle School Jackie, 6th Grader at Skinner Middle School Sawyer, 6th Grader at Skinner Middle School A main health concern that’s […]](http://denverrap.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/original-450x285.jpg "Cigarettes in our everyday life: Middle school students address tobacco use")
Everyone goes through points in their lives where they need a little assistance getting through a rough spot. During these times, having a positive and supportive person to lean on can make a world…
Read More![What it is: DenverRAP has a new mascot and we need you to bring him/her to life. Help us give the mascot a personality by giving her/him a name and a story. The mascot will be the face of DenverRAP; a community organization that aims to empower youth living in Denver to make healthy […]](http://denverrap.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Name-the-Mascot-1_1-450x285.png "Name Our Mascot Contest")
Developmental assets are the positive values, relationships, skills and experiences that help you thrive, and empower you to make healthy choices throughout your life. The Developmental…
Read More![As a teen, did you know that your brain is still actively developing, and will continue to develop until you are in your mid 20’s? Because of this, it is important that you take care of your brain, and let it grow to reach its full potential. Using marijuana while your brain is […]](http://denverrap.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/marijuana_teens_121613-450x285.jpg "Marijuana and the Teen Brain")
As a teen, did you know that your brain is still actively developing, and will continue to develop until you are in your mid 20’s? Because of this, it is important that…
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In this amazing video from ACES Too High, kids explain how to calm your brain.
Read More![Someone one said,”Anyone who says they have only one life to live must not know how to read a book.” A book can take you to another place, another world, another culture; it can allow you to experience life through someone else’s eyes, and see things in a way that you never have before. […]](http://denverrap.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/reading-450x285.jpg "World Book Day")
Someone one said,”Anyone who says they have only one life to live must not know how to read a book.” A book can take you to another place, another world, another culture; it can allow…
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