Section: Substance Abuse Prevention

Naloxone (Narcan) Authorization

May 24, 2023

Beginning in May 2023, students in grade 9 and above are allowed to carry naloxone in school, with signed...

Opioids and Substance Abuse

February 6, 2023

Arlington Public Schools has many efforts in place to combat the opioid crisis through ongoing education, counseling and prevention....

Substance Abuse Resources

January 30, 2018

Resources for parents and families APS Substance Counselors work collaboratively with DHS and local agencies to help provide support...

Substance Abuse Programs/Services

January 30, 2018

Substance Abuse Counselors provide the following services: Educate, prevent and intervene early Coordinate and collaborate services, including internal and...

Welcome to our team!

January 30, 2018

Substance Abuse Counselors and other behaviorial health staff are not permitted to provide offsite counseling. We are able to...

Substance Abuse Calendar/Events

January 30, 2018

Silent No More Substance Use Prevention Community Conversation Arlington Public Schools and the Silent No More O.P.I.O.D. Program will host a...

Substance Abuse Counselors

November 12, 2014

Welcome Arlington Public School Substance Abuse Counselors are available to students who have been referred for issues related to...