Category: OPA News

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LifeSkills Training helps Skamania pre-teens navigate big changes

Middle school is a time of big change for youth: academically, socially, emotionally, and physically. These changes make adolescents in this age group particularly vulnerable to the kinds of social and psychological factors that can lead to the initiation of substance use and other risky behaviors. LifeSkills Training (LST) is a school-based program that aims to prevent alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana use and violence through a proactive approach that promotes open communication and awareness.  Over 135 students in two school districts participated in this evidence-based program in Skamania County during the 2020-21 school year, thanks to several community partners. Riley […]

Karen Douglass

Introducing our new Community Coalition Coordinator for OPA

 In July 2020, One Prevention Alliance (OPA) welcomed our new Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative (CPWI) Coordinator, Karen Douglass. Having served as the Superintendent for the Stevenson Carson School District (SCSD), Karen was already involved with OPA’s efforts and passionate about prevention and intervention efforts throughout our community. As the CPWI Coordinator, Karen is an employee of ESD 112, and is assigned to serve the community of Stevenson-Carson School District (SCSD). What makes Karen such an incredible fit is her familiarity with our community in addition to the network of support she has created during her 30+ years at SCSD, […]