MASK (Mothers Awareness on School-age Kids)

MASK 2012 Unity Award Photoshoot

Community ENGAGEment

Unity Award Luncheon

There are many moms in the community who are making a difference in the lives of children and families every day. It is in that spirit that MASK has created the "Moms Making a Difference" Unity Award, which is designed to acknowledge women and their passion for helping families.

The top ten nominees have been chosen! Congratulations to

Angels Real Estate

Stacey Beck & Bobbe McGinley

Cindy Carpenter

Tanya Corder

Lauren Daniels

Lori Goldberg

Jacqueline Herrera

Sue Johnson

Sharon McCorkle

Maggie McCracken

Please vote online to help decide which one of these inspiring women will be the winner of our 2012 Unity Award, to be announced at MASK's 2012 Unity Award Luncheon.

All 28 of our nominees will be recognized at the luncheoon on March 28, 2012 at The Phoenician as well as in the Spring issue of MASK The Magazine. Please join us for this special event that celebrates the amazing work these ladies do every day and the spirit of helping others.

To purchase tickets for this event CLICK HERE!

Educate

DRUG TIP

Don't mistake marijuana use by teens as less than very serious. Sixty percent of kids who smoke marijuana by age 15 go on to use Cocaine and more dangerous drugs. Today, it's important to start talking to children about the dangers of drugs as young as elementary school.

Click here for information on how to age-appropriately talk to your kids about drugs in elementary school, middle school, and high school.

TECH TIP

Remind your kids that anything sent in a text message or posted on the internet will be around forever. Tell them how picture messages, "sexting,"and posts to youtube or Facebook can affect their lives in negative ways.

Watch our CBS 5 News video about the potential effects of a poor decision to post on the internet by CLICKING HERE.

BULLYING TIP

Praise goes a long way. Reinforcing the good decisions your kids make can help them to resist peer pressure to do things that are dangerous. Remind them how proud you are of them and encourage them to share with you if they feel they are being bullied into unsafe situations.

SAFETY TIP

Watch out for boredom. Young people ages 12-17 who are frequently bored are 50% more likely to smoke, drink, and/or use illegal drugs. Additionally, there is a 40% increase in first time marijuana use in June and July compared to the rest of the year. Make extracurricular activities for your child a priority, and encourage them to find one that truly engages them. Be aware of the amount of "free time" your children have.

Empower

MASK The Magazine

MASK The Magazine offers modern-day solutions for today's families. Packed with insightful articles, need-to-know tips, and conversation starters, this quarterly publication is an invaluable resource for parents of school-age kids.

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Spring 2012: The Alcohol Issue

This issue examines the underage drinking and the anatomy of

alcohol addiction. It gives valuable information for parents about talking to their kids about alcohol and insights from teenagers about the pressures they face.

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Pay It Forward!

MASK is a nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization bringing FREE awareness programs to our community, yet there are many costs associated with this mission. 100% of your tax-deductible donation will go directly to helping MASK spread its message.

By supporting MASK you are helping to educate youth and families on many important issues including the dangers of alcohol, drugs and tobacco; bullying; Internet/technology safety; eating disorders; depression and facilitating healthy peer relationships.

Your contribution also supports MASK's "Project Awareness Outreach," Trauma Drills," and our "Awareness Through the ARTS" programs.

Thank you for supporting the MASK vision.

Please maill all donations to:

MASK

8937 E Bell Road, Suite 202

Scottsdale, AZ 85260

or donate online by CLICKING HERE.

This Month...

Engage: Unity Award Luncheon 2012

Educate

Empower: MASK The Magazine

Pay It Forward!

By donating to MASK you will help us increase awareness in the community. 100% of your tax-deductible donation goes directly back into invaluable programs.

Help us make a difference today!