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 Meets after-school on Thursdays (following the school year calendar) at Pinkerton Academy!
2:30 - 4:30
Conference room adjacent to the senior cafe in the Arts Building. Contact Youth Coordinator for more information.
kclarke@catsnh.org
or (603) 425-9171.
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For Parents Only
The Derry Cooperative School District and Derry Police Department is sponsoring a Bullying and Cyber Safety Presentation on January 12th from 6:30 to 8:00 PM for parents only at West Running Brook cafeteria. Call 432-1210 for more information.
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New Futures
WorkshopsOverview of 2011 Legislative SessionTuesday, 1/11/11 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMDid you know that the average number of bills filed each session in the NH Legislature is 1200! If you're wondering how you can determine which of these bills you should know about, join our policy director for this informative session. RegisterFor more information about any of these sessions or the Community Leadership Initiative, please email or call Linda King (603) 225-9540.
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Staff
Sue Centner
Director
Paula Galvin,
Assistant Director
Kaitlyn Clarke,
Youth Coordinator
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Community Alliance for Teen Safety is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to promote safe habits for all youth by increasing awareness of high-risk behaviors, encouraging healthy choices, and fostering community alliances.
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Dear Friend of the CATS Community,
The staff and Board of CATS wishes everyone a safe and joyful holiday season.
CATS was New Hampshire's first designated NHTSA Safe Community in 1996. Since then we have relied on the support of parents, youth, schools, businesses, law enforcement, health-care providers, municipal and state agencies, civic groups, religious organizations, youth-serving organizations and the media to keep our homes and community safe.
Like individual puzzle pieces, your unique contributions and everyday support matter to the big picture. Take a moment to reflect this season about what a safe home and community means to you. Thank you for your past and continued support!
As always, please contact CATS with any questions, comments or suggestions. We invite your involvement!
Best regards and Happy Holidays from all of us at CATS!
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Shake It!
You may not be able to take a snow-globe on board your next flight but you can shake up ours! Click on the snow-globe to learn about buzzed driving.
Buzzed driving IS drunk driving. Take the pledge to not drive buzzed!
Get the word out about buzzed driving. Use this holiday action guide from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Youth Risk Behavior Survey
Is your school participating in 2011?
CATS recently hosted a roundtable discussion about the Youth Risk Behavior Survey at Derry CTV studios. Panel guests provided insight and professional perspective on the value of the survey. Guests included Dr. Jeffrey Metzger, Senior Management Analyst, Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Services of NH Department of Health and Human Services and Dr. Thomas Brennan, Superintendent of the Manchester School District.
The Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System (YRBSS) monitors priority health-risk behaviors and the prevalence of obesity and asthma among youth and young adults. The YRBS implementation is a biannual effort to learn what young people do that may affect their health both now and in the future. In NH it is sponsored by the Department of Education and Department of Health and Human Services and is administered to high school students (at participating high schools) throughout the state. Schools that participate receive a comprehensive report of the findings that help schools and communities work together to create a healthier and safer community.
The taped show will be aired on all cable access stations throughout the state. A DVD of the show is available upon request.
NH Department of Education YRBS
US Centers for Disease Control YRBSS
Many thanks to our production crew: Rachael Curran, youth member; Joe DeAvilla,youth member; Tom Wood, volunteer; and Kimberley Pietz, host.
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Holiday Safety Tips
Derry Police Department
 Bags and packages left in the open inside the car are often an invitation for would-be thieves to ply their trade. The Derry Police recommend that shoppers store their purchases out of sight in the trunk of the car or otherwise concealed.
The same goes for radar detectors, GPS devices and other expensive items that you already have in the car. Put them out of sight while you shop.
Lock your doors!
When you get your purchases home put them where they won't be seen by someone looking into your window or door. Many burglars "scope out" their targets before they commit the crime.
If you have packages being delivered when you are not home ask a trusted neighbor to watch for them and gather them for you when they arrive. Don't leave your door unlocked or a key out for a delivery person.
If you are home during the day be vigilant for your neighborhood. Report anything suspicious to the police right away.
If you plan to travel this season ask a friend or trusted neighbor to keep an eye on your home. That person should know what cars belong there and who should be around when you are away. Anything suspicious should be reported to police.
If you plan to attend holiday parties this year please be careful. If you choose to drink, please do so responsibly. Have a designated driver or arrange for a ride with someone who has not been drinking. Don't take a chance with yours or someone else's safety.
And if you are traveling give yourself plenty of time to get there. Be patient and be prepared for extra traffic along your route.
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FDA Warning Letters Issues to Four Makers of Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
These beverages present a public health concern
(November 17, 2010) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today warned four companies that the caffeine added to their malt alcoholic beverages is an "unsafe food additive" and said that further action, including seizure of their products, is possible under federal law. 
The companies receiving Warning Letters and their products are:
· Charge Beverages Corp.: Core High Gravity HG, Core High Gravity HG Orange, and Lemon Lime Core Spiked
· New Century Brewing Co., LLC: Moonshot
· Phusion Projects, LLC (doing business as Drink Four Brewing Co.): Four Loko
· United Brands Company Inc.: Joose and Max
FDA's action follows a scientific review by the Agency. FDA examined the published peer-reviewed literature on the co-consumption of caffeine and alcohol, consulted with experts in the fields of toxicology, neuropharmacology, emergency medicine, and epidemiology, and reviewed information provided by product manufacturers. FDA also performed its own independent laboratory analysis of these products. Read more
FAQ about Caffeinated Alcoholic Beverages
Source: New Futures, U.S. Food & Drug Administration
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New Approach to Asking Patients about Alcohol and Drug Use Yields Positive Results
(by Elizabeth Cooney, Globe Correspondent, 11/15/10, article)
It wasn't the first time someone in a doctor's office had asked Richard Cofield whether he drank or used drugs. But this was the first time he decided to answer.
"It was a surprise to me. You go there for some physical stuff and here comes somebody asking you about your life,'' he said.
Earlier this year, a young woman working as a health promotion advocate walked into the exam room while he was waiting to see a Boston Medical Center doctor about shoulder and arm pain. She asked his permission to talk about alcohol and other drugs. Read more
AlcoholScreening.org
Source: New Futures, The Boston Globe (boston.com)
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Be Humane this Holiday Season
 We're all aware that times are tough for many families this year. As the season of giving approaches, you might feel inspired to reach out to others and set an example of kindness for your children. Fortunately, there are many things you and your family can do to help those in need this holiday season by giving your time, creativity, generosity and more:
- When seeking out volunteer opportunities that involve your children, let them personalize it. If your child likes art, let him or her paint pictures to decorate a homeless shelter, nursing home, hospice or hospital. If your child likes performing, arrange to let him or her put on a show or sing carols at one of these places. Read more
Source: American Humane Association
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What Does a Safe Home & Community Mean to You?
 Let everyone know! Join us as we share what living in a safe home and community means. It is easy! Even a cat can do it!
1. Go to the CATS website and view what your friends and neighbors have written.
2. Download and print the blank sign template.
3. Print your message (using a wide-tip marker).
4. Ask a friend to take a photo of you displaying your message.
5. Email the digital photo to CATS.
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