Removing barriers to student success.
About Prevention
Prevention Programs
ESD 112 Prevention Programs are dedicated to helping communities establish and maintain healthy, supportive environments.
Overall Purpose
To establish a comprehensive, integrated model of services that fosters safe school and community environments, promotes healthy childhood development and prevents violence, alcohol, tobacco and other drug abuse.
Mission
ESD 112 Prevention Programs foster healthy, safe and engaged young people through comprehensive systems of support, collaboration and capacity building within a six-county region.
Who to Contact
Prevention Programs
Upcoming Classes
Prevention Programs & Grants
Programs/Grants administered by Prevention and Youth Services include:
Washington State Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative
Student Threat Assessment Program
Prevent Coalition
Attendance and Reengagement Program
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Prevention Program News
Two ESD 112 prevention leaders receive statewide Awards of Excellence
Abigail Wells and Caitlin Ramirez honored for their work supporting youth, families and community prevention programs across Washington. Two Educational Service District (ESD) 112 prevention professionals were honored for their work expanding substance use prevention [...]
Safely Dispose of Unused Medications at Oct. 24 Drug Take-Back Events
Community substance misuse prevention coalitions, law enforcement agencies, and community partners across Southwest Washington will host free drive-thru drug take-back events on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Residents of Clark, [...]
Rural Prevention Conference brings Washington communities together to support youth
At the Small Towns, Big Impact: 2026 Rural Prevention Conference in Wenatchee, Washington, more than 100 participants from rural communities across the state gathered to learn how to engage youth in substance misuse prevention, strengthen [...]
ESD 112 shares rural prevention expertise at national CADCA conference
Educational Service District 112's Prevent team joined prevention professionals from across the country at the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America (CADCA) 25th Annual Mid-Year Training Institute, held July 12-16 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and [...]
ESD 112 equalizes educational opportunities for learning communities through innovative partnerships, responsive leadership, and exceptional programs.