YSAS Reconnect program

 During term 3, the year 9 students participated in a workshop in their classes run by YSAS (Youth Support and Advocacy Service) in Ringwood. 

The YSAS sessions aim to educate and empower young people by providing clear, age-appropriate information on:

• Why young people may experiment with substances
• How different drugs affect the brain and body
• Risks and potential short- and long-term consequences
• Practical harm-minimisation strategies
• Skills for managing peer pressure and making informed decisions

All content was delivered in a judgement-free, supportive environment designed to foster awareness, resilience, and wellbeing.

Students participated in hands-on activities, including the use of alcohol and cannabis goggles, to understand how substances affect spatial awareness and decision-making. See some of the photos below.