Town Hall Meeting: Preventing Underage Drinking

As part of an effort to increase awareness of underage drinking and its consequences, Highlands Academy of Arts & Design will host a student-led Town Hall Meeting from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 18, in the school's cafeteria.

The entire community is encouraged to attend this important meeting, featuring members of the Friday Night Live program. California Friday Night Live (FNL) was developed in 1984. It began as a pilot program dedicated to reducing the number of deaths and injuries caused by teen motorists driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs.

Organizers say the Town Hall Meeting is an opportunity for parents, students, and other community members to address this critical issue that continues to be a leading public health problem all across the country.

The evening will include a panel discussion, and the results of an on-campus survey on underage drinking.

 What:  Preventing Underage Drinking

When:  6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 18

Where: Highlands Academy of Arts & Design
              6601 Guthrie Way
             North Highlands, CA  95660