Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE)
Calling All Young Artists!
Calling All Young Artists!
Calling All Young Artists!
The Lassen County Office of Education TUPE Program is inviting Lassen County students in grades 3–12 to put their creativity to work in our Comic Strip Contest!
Create an original four-panel comic that helps educate other students about tobacco and vaping prevention, healthy choices, and living tobacco and vape-free. Students may use markers, colored pencils, paint, or any other medium to bring their message to life.
🏆 Prizes & Awards: First, second, third place, and honorable mention winners will receive medals, and winning artwork will be featured on the official LCOE TUPE webpage.
Entries are due to LCOE by noon on November 13. All entries must use the full-size contest template and include a completed signature form.
Ready to get creative? Download the contest materials below and start designing your comic!
Supporting Teens in Making Healthier Choices
Supporting Teens in Making Healthier Choices
Supporting Teens in Making Healthier Choices
The Lassen County Office of Education Tobacco Use Prevention Education (TUPE) Program offers supportive, educational programs designed to help teens better understand tobacco, vaping, and nicotine use and make healthier choices for their future.
Through programs developed by the American Lung Association, LCOE provides both an alternative-to-suspension program for students who have violated school tobacco or vaping policies and a cessation program for teens who are ready to quit or reduce their nicotine use.
INDEPTH: An Alternative to Suspension
INDEPTH provides a different approach to vaping and tobacco violations. Designed for teens who have violated school policies related to vaping, e-cigarettes, or tobacco, the program gives students an opportunity to learn and grow rather than focusing only on consequences.
During four approximately 50-minute sessions, students learn about vaping, tobacco, and nicotine; explore nicotine dependence; identify triggers and patterns of use; consider healthier alternatives; and think about their goals, choices, and future.
INDEPTH can be provided individually or in a small group by a trained facilitator and is offered as a mandatory class for participating students as an alternative to suspension.
Not On Tobacco (N-O-T): Helping Teens Quit
For teens who want to quit or reduce their use of tobacco and nicotine products, Not On Tobacco (N-O-T) provides practical, supportive guidance in a confidential and judgment-free environment.
The program helps teens understand nicotine addiction, identify personal triggers, manage stress and cravings, build motivation and confidence, and develop an individualized quit plan. Students also learn practical strategies for staying tobacco- and nicotine-free.
Whether a teen is ready to quit now or is just beginning to think about making a change, N-O-T provides tools and support to help them take the next step toward healthier habits.
Questions or Registration:
James Hall, County TUPE Coordinator
Lassen County Office of Education
530-251-8711 | jdhall@lcoe.org
James Hall, County TUPE Coordinator
Lassen County Office of Education
530-251-8711 | jdhall@lcoe.org
Vape-Free Schools Initiative: American Lung Association
Vape-Free Schools Initiative: American Lung Association
Youth vaping is a growing epidemic, with one in four teens reporting they've vaped and over 5.4 million middle and high school students using e-cigarettes as of 2019. To address this public health crisis, the American Lung Association's Vape-Free Schools Initiative offers schools critical tools to protect and support their students.
Schools participating in this initiative lead the way in combating vaping by providing guidance, education, and cessation support for students affected by e-cigarette use. As part of the initiative, schools gain access to a robust toolkit of resources to share with students, parents, staff, and the community, fostering a healthier, vape-free environment.
Learn more about how your school can join this important effort and make a lasting impact.
The Lassen County Office of Education is the Technical Assistance Provider for the Tobacco Use Prevention Program (TUPE), which is funded through the California Department of Education. The program's goal is to provide education, resources, and support for all Districts and Schools in Lassen County.
The Lassen County Office of Education also serves as the TUPE Tier 1 Cohort grant for all districts in the county to conduct the California Healthy Kids Survey (CHKS) each fall. After the results are received, the County Coordinator works with districts to establish a strategy to address one or more of the areas of need identified in the CHKS. Part of the Cohort grants compliance with Tobacco Free Schools policies, the California Education Code, and Public Health Codes. Assistance is provided to all Districts to ensure the education of students, staff, families, and the community about these policies.
Be 100% You Tobacco Free!
Be 100% You Tobacco Free!
Be 100% You Tobacco Free!
"KICK IT, BE TOBACCO FREE!"
The Kick It! The campaign is designed to educate students, staff, families, and the community about the importance of Kicking Tobacco Out Of Our Lives and Community.
Through the Kick It! California website students, staff, families, and community members can receive support to quit smoking and vaping!
It's Dandy to play tobacco free!
The Play Tobacco Free Campaign is designed to be 100% Free of Tobacco for those playing sports. The use of cigarettes, vaping devices, chewing, and other tobacco products puts the health and performance of the athlete at risk of not only playing their best but also allowing their respiratory system to function correctly. Athletes need to breathe clearly, which helps them think clearly and do their best.
