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Tobacco Resources and Links

thrive – Rhode Island’s Coordinated School Health Program – Tobacco Issue page



Provides comprehensive Rhode Island and national information, tools, resources and links related to school tobacco issues.

Teacher Resources

Rhode Island Health Education Framework and the Comprehensive Health Instructional Outcomes





Tobacco is covered under the “Substance Use and Abuse Prevention” and the “Disease Prevention and Control” health content areas in the Rhode Island Health Education Framework and the Comprehensive Health Instructional Outcomes.

RIEAP Student Assistance Services - Tobacco Prevention and Control Project



The Rhode Island Student Assistance Program places Student Assistance Counselors in schools to address the unique needs of the middle, junior and senior high school populations. There are six program components: screening and assessment, prevention education, individual and group sessions, referral and case management, and environmental strategies.

American Lung Association of Rhode Island (ALA-RI)



ALA-RI maintains the Rhode Island Tobacco Resource Control Resource Center at 298 West Exchange Street in Providence. The Center is open to anyone concerned about tobacco. Materials such as pamphlets, bookmarks, signs, posters are available. There is also a resource library and a lending library with CD-ROM’s, exhibit boards and other audiovisuals for loan. Call ahead at 401-421-6487.

• ALA-RI offers youth tobacco prevention programs, including Teens Against Tobacco Use (TATU).

• They offer alternative to suspension programs and youth tobacco cessation programs, including Not On Tobacco (NOT)

• And they hosts the RI Tobacco Control Network



American Cancer Society (ACS) - Southern New England Region



• 1-800-ACS-2345 provides information and resources 24-hours a day seven days a week.

• ACS has youth tobacco prevention resources and programs, including the Power of Choice. The Power of Choice training is designed to provide some of the tools to our youth and to give them the confidence to bring the youth perspective to the challenging world of tobacco control. One of the successful approaches to partnering with youth in tobacco control and other "choice" decisions is youth empowerment. There is also a Power of Choice Tool Kit based on the best information available from people who have worked in community based tobacco control and with young people.

• ACS also hosts the Great American Smokeout the third Thursday in November. For info call 1-800-ACS-2345, contact the local office at 401-722-8480 or visit

• ACS also provides Freshstart trainings for workplaces that want to start a cessation group.

CDC Youth Tobacco Educational Materials

CDC provides a variety of resources for teachers, including:

• Tobacco Information and Prevention Source (TIPS)



• Resources for Teachers



• You(th) & Tobacco Educational Materials



• Educational Materials



SAMHSA National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices (NREPP)



The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration maintains a list of evidence-based prevention programs and curricula on tobacco, as well as other drugs and topics.

Kick Butts Day (KBD)



KBD is the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids' annual celebration of youth advocacy, leadership and activism. KBD is a day to stand out, speak up and seize control in the fight against tobacco. Kick Butts Day occurs in March or April of each year.

TarWars



Tar Wars™ is a tobacco-free education program developed by the American Academy of Family Physicians and is presented by local physicians who visit fifth-grade classrooms to talk with students about being tobacco-free. Contact Catherine Norton at The Rhode Island Medical Society at 401-528-3286 or cnorton@. cnorton@.

Basic Skills for Working with Smokers



UMass Boston offers a self-paced online course designed as an introduction to the basic concepts needed by professionals who are working with tobacco users. CEUs are available for RNs, CHES, and others.

Tools for School Administrators

School Health Index (SHI)



The SHI is a self-assessment and planning tool that schools can use to improve their health and safety policies and programs. It can be done on paper or online and can also be customized to assess only specific topics, including Tobacco.

Guidelines for School Health Programs to Prevent Tobacco Use and Addiction



These CDC Guidelines identify strategies most likely to be effective in preventing tobacco use and addiction among young people.

Fit Healthy and Ready to Learn



This document was developed by the National Association of State Boards of Education (NASBE) with CDC support. This practical guide helps schools and local school districts establish strong policies on tobacco and other health issues in the context of a coordinated school health program.

RIEAP Student Assistance Services



The Rhode Island Student Assistance Program places Student Assistance Counselors in schools to address the unique needs of the middle, junior and senior high school populations. There are six program components: screening and assessment, prevention education, individual and group sessions, referral and case management, and environmental strategies

Rhode Island Tobacco Resources

Rhode Island Tobacco Control Program



The Department of Health offers information, resources, data, tips, links and more.

American Cancer Society (ACS) - Southern New England Region



1-800-ACS-2345, or 401-722-8480

ACS provides information and resources 24-hours a day seven days a week.

American Heart Association – Providence Branch



401-330-1700

The Heart Association has information and resources to fight heart disease and stroke, including information on tobacco.

American Lung Association of Rhode Island (ALA-RI)



401-421-6487

ALA provides a variety of information, resources and tools to prevent tobacco use.

National Tobacco Resources

Surgeon General

• The Health Consequences of Smoking: A Report of the Surgeon General



• The Health Consequences of Involuntary Exposure to Tobacco Smoke: A Report of the Surgeon General



Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)

• Division of Adolescent and School Health



• Tobacco Information and Prevention Source (TIPS)



• 2004 Surgeon General’s Report: Health Consequences of Smoking: What it Means to You



Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids



This site provides policy information, data and reports nationwide and from each state on efforts to prevent tobacco use among children.

Join Together Online



This site provides current research and news on alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs.

The Truth campaign



This youth-oriented, mulitmedia public awareness campaign has been credited with decreasing tobacco use among youth.

World Health Organization – Tobacco Free Initiative



This site presents international tobacco information.

American Legacy Foundation



Dedicated to building a world where young people reject tobacco and anyone can quit.

National Latino Council on Alcohol and Tobacco Prevention



Their mission is to prevent or eliminate tobacco use and reduce alcohol abuse in the Latino community, through research, programs, and policy analysis.

Tobacco-Related Statutes and Regulations

RIGL Chapter 23-20.9 - Smoking Restrictions in Schools Act



RIGL §11-9-13 – Sale of tobacco to minors



RIGL §11-9-14 – Use of tobacco by minors



RIGL §27-18-66 – Accident and sickness insurance – Tobacco cessation programs



RIGL Chapter 23-20.10 - Public Health and Workplace Safety Act



Rules and Regulations for Smoke-free Public Places and Workplaces



Rules and Regulations for School Health Program



RIPL Chapter 05-074/05-076 – District wellness subcommittees, policies, and plans



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