We all use technology, for our jobs, homework , directions, and to communicate… but have you ever wondered “Am I in control of my device, or is my device in control of me?” The following video looks at some of the effects of our devices on or bodies, brains, and daily habits.
Videos
Weary Warriors
Students were asked three questions:
1) What about school stresses you out?
2) What are teachers doing to help with that stress?
3) Are there outside factors that add to that stress?
The clip above is a short summary of honest and earnest responses by our students.
Real Consequences of Smoking Marijuana
As students we are taught the science behind why smoking marijuana is bad for your health. In the following videos we want to highlight the real life consequences you can encounter for smoking marijuana or using any substance. This video will demonstrate the school, extracurricular, and family consequences. For more information, please visit The National Institute of Drug Abuse.
Freshman Success
BHS Peer Leaders were asked, “what does it take to have a successful freshman year?” The following video is their response and their advice to incoming freshman. They look forward to welcoming their BHS classmates and also look forward to seeing them at the Incoming Freshman Fair on June 18th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Cypress Field.
Real Questions | Real Answers – Underage Drinking & Drug Prevention
Peer Leaders answer questions asked by Brookline middle school students about underage drinking and drug use.
This video was created in partnership with the office of District Attorney Morrissey.
Jennifer Lynch Contest Video
In October the Jennifer A. Lynch Committee hosted a Healthy Relationships Video Contest. The Peer Leaders eagerly created the video above as their submission. Thank you so much to the committee and Pat Norling for their continued inspiration in the fight against domestic violence.