Safe Kids Rewards Program

This program provides ice cream coupons handed out by local law enforcement officers throughout the county for kids practicing positive and safe habits, such as riding in a car restraint or car seat, using crosswalks, etc. This program not only recognizes kids for practicing safe habits, it allows the relationship between law enforcement and children …

Missoula Policy Signs

Missoula County Prevention has recently been working with schools within the county to enhance awareness of ATOD free policies on school grounds. As part of this initiative, Jacqueline has partnered with the Missoula County Tobacco Education Specialist (Molly Blair), the MCPS School District’s Health Services Coordinator, DeSmet School District’s principal, Clinton School District’s Superintendent and …

Meet McKenzie Salka

Who inspires you: My parents – they are real go-getters, and are a big reason why I feel like I’m capable of doing anything! Best gift ever given? A flight lesson for my 16th birthday from my grandparents. Your motto: If you wish to move mountains tomorrow, you must start by lifting stones today. Favorite …

Meet Ashley Toavs

Who inspires you – I have a lot of inspirational people in my life, it’s way too hard to choose just one! My husband, my parents, and my older sister all inspire me in different aspects of my life. Best gift ever given? A shopping spree! Your motto: You only live once (YOLO) so make …

Hope Squad

County Implemented In: Madison County Additional Counties Using Program (if known):  Beaverhead County, Yellowstone County (Huntley and Lockwood) and communities in eastern Montana are looking at implementing it as well. Brief Synopsis of Why the Program Was Chosen:  Sheridan school district recognizes that the mental health of our children is crucial. Not only does mental …