SAFE AMERICA FOUNDATION PRESENTS SAFE TOMORROWS PROGRAM

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SAFE AMERICA FOUNDATION PRESENTS SAFE TOMORROWS
PROGRAM

• GLOBAL DAY OF SERVICE

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CELL PHONES

• GUIDELINES
• Program your parents or guardians phone numbers
  in your cell phone under ICE. This stands for
  In Case of Emergency and is used by first
  responders such as Police, Fire and Emergency
  Medical Services and others in case you are
  involved in an accident or have another emergency
  situation.

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CELL PHONEScontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Program other phone numbers you may need
  including the number of a trusted neighbor or
  friend.
• Do not attempt to text message while completing
  other tasks, such as walking.

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CELL PHONEScontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Think about where a picture may end up (on
  someones website, for example) before taking any
  pictures with your cell phone.
• Respect school rules for cell phone use. Phones
  can be a distraction that you and others dont
  need while trying to learn.

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CELLPHONE

• QUESTIONS
• Do you think its a good idea to be talking or
  texting on your cell phone while walking to a
  friends house? Why or why not? Name a couple
  of safety problems you could encounter if you did
  this.
• Do you have a camera on your phone? What type of
  pictures will you take with it? Where will those
  pictures end up?
• Name several ways your cell phone can be very
  helpful.
• For additional information go to www.webmd.com

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INTERNET
www.fbi.gov

• GUIDELINES
• The internet is a great source of information and
  can be used for help with school work or personal
  research. Education is key to safe use and
  avoiding built in dangers.
• Do not share personal information when online.
  This includes your name, address, phone number,
  school and other private information.

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INTERNETcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Tell your parents or guardian about anything you
  come across that makes you feel uncomfortable.
  Let them know if you are contacted by a person
  that you do not know.
• Remember that someone online could be
  anyonesomeone who says she is a 15 year old girl
  could really be a 40 year old man.

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INTERNETcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Do not open e-mails that come from someone you
  dont know, especially those with attachments.
• Use care when writing e-mails or posting
  information about another person. Think about
  how you would feel if what you are writing was
  said about you. Do not pass on negative comments
  about anyone.

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INTERNETcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Never arrange a face-to-face meeting with someone
  youve met online.
• Never upload or post pictures of yourself to
  people you dont personally know. Get your
  parents permission before sending pictures to
  those you do know.

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INTERNET

• QUESTIONS
• If you post a picture online and then delete it,
  is it really gone from everyones computer?
• If you send an e-mail, can it go to other people
  without your knowledge? How would those other
  people receive it?
• How can someones feelings be hurt by an insult
  you share with only one other person? If you
  feel you need to share information with someone
  privately, what is a better way to do this?
• For additional information go to
  www.ftc.gov/edu/pubs/consumer/tech/tech14.shtm or
  www.onguardonline.gov or www.fbi.gov/fbikids.htm

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HEALTH NUTRITION

• GUIDELINES
• Get enough sleep. You need at least 9 hours of
  sleep, possibly 10, each night to be well-rested.
  This helps boost your immune system which helps
  you fight disease. Too little sleep affects
  concentration, memory and physical performance.
• Exercise regularly. This helps build healthy
  muscles and bones, reduces stress and helps set
  up healthy habits for life. Limit screen time
  with television and computers.

www.cdc.gov
www.cdc.gov
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HEALTH NUTRITIONcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Make good food and drink choices. Choose foods
  like fruits, vegetables and nuts for snacks.
  Avoid added sugar, fat and salt. Eat in
  moderation and take your time. Read labels to
  check for artificial ingredients and
  preservatives, and try to avoid these. When
  drinking juice, choose 100 fruit juice or
  vegetable juice. Drink more water and cut back
  on soda.

www.nlm.nih.gov
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HEALTH NUTRITIONcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Dental health is important as well. Make sure
  you are brushing your teeth at least twice daily,
  such as in the morning and before bed. Flossing
  is a great habit to get into and helps keep your
  gums healthy. If you dont know how, ask an
  adult to show you.

www.myhealth.gov.my
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HEALTH NUTRITION

• QUESTIONS
• How can you help make sure that you are ready for
  bed in time to get a minimum of 9 hours of sleep?
• Are you getting a minimum of 30 minutes of
  exercise daily? This includes recess, physical
  education class, after-school sports, and even
  walking to and from school or your friends
  house. If not, how could you increase the amount
  of physical activity you are getting?

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HEALTH NUTRITION

• MORE QUESTIONS
• If you are really hungry and its only 30 minutes
  before youll be eating dinner, what would be a
  good food choice for a snack?
• Are you eating because you are hungry or because
  you are bored or sad? What could you do instead
  of eating to make you feel better?
• For more information go to www.cdc.gov or
  www.bam.gov (click on either Food Nutrition
  or Your Body).

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ILLNESS PREVENTION

• GUIDELINES
• The number one way to avoid getting sick is to
  wash your hands with soap and water briskly for
  20 seconds (about 2 rounds of the Happy
  Birthday song) after using the restroom and
  before eating. If soap is not available, use an
  alcohol based hand sanitizer.
• Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth in order to
  avoid the spreading of germs.

www.vdh.virginia.gov
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ILLNESS PREVENTIONcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you
  sneeze, and then throw the tissue away. If there
  are no tissues available, you can sneeze into
  your sleeve.
• Do not share hygiene items (includes towels,
  toothbrushes, hairbrushes, etc.) or food
  utensils.
• Avoid people who are sick.

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ILLNESS PREVENTION

• QUESTIONS
• A friend at school asks to borrow your brush.
  Should you let her?
• You are supposed to go to a friends house after
  school but have been coughing and sneezing.
  Should you go?
• For more information go to www.cdc.gov or
  www.bam.gov (click on Diseases) or
  www.webmd.com.

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MAKING YOUR HOME SAFE

• GUIDELINES
• There are many safety hazards in the home that
  you should avoid. These include chemicals (such
  as cleaning products), detergents, medicines, the
  stove, windows and guns.
• Check to see if your house has smoke detectors
  and carbon monoxide detectors on each floor.
• Never touch an electrical cord or appliance with
  wet hands. Unplug appliances when you are
  finished using them.

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MAKING YOUR HOME SAFEcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Do not run in the house. Tripping on rugs,
  slipping and running into sharp edges are all
  causes of injury in the home.
• Never use food containers to store anything but
  food. Household cleaners, soaps, etc. should
  stay in their original containers.

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MAKING YOUR HOME SAFE

• QUESTIONS
• Smoke detectors have batteries that need to be
  replaced, even if they are used for backup to
  electricity. How can you help your parents
  remember to replace the batteries every 6 months
  or so?
• You have used the toaster to make a snack after
  school. What should you do when you are
  finished?
• For more information go to www.cdc.gov

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FIRE

• GUIDELINES
• Use candles, matches, stoves and microwaves only
  with supervision or with permission from your
  parent or guardian.
• Check to make sure that your home has a fire
  extinguisher and smoke detectors.

www.cdc.gov
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FIREcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Make a family plan for how to handle a fire
  should it happen. This will include staying
  calm, crawling along the floor to avoid smoke and
  covering the nose and mouth to avoid breathing in
  smoke. Make sure family members have a meeting
  place outside your home, perhaps a neighbors
  driveway or mailbox.
• Leave the grilling to the adults and the
  fireworks to the professionals.

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FIRE

• QUESTIONS
• In which room should you keep the house fire
  extinguisher? Think about where you have heat or
  contained fires daily.
• Does your family have an emergency plan for fire?
  
• For more information go to www.cdc.gov

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HOME ALONE

• GUIDELINES
• Have emergency phone numbers posted. These
  include 911, poison control center, cell phone
  numbers of parents or a guardian, and a trusted
  neighbor or friend.
• Review rules with your parents about answering
  the phone or the door AND about computer and TV
  use.
• Know where the fire extinguisher and first aid
  kit are located and know how to use them.

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HOME ALONEcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• If you are allowed to use the stove or microwave,
  do so with care and follow all the safety rules.
• If you are doing chores such as cleaning, do not
  mix chemicals. Follow procedures an adult has
  shown you.

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HOME ALONE

• QUESTIONS
• What are some safe activities you can do while
  home alone?
• Who should know that you are home alone? Is this
  something you share with anyone, or only a
  trusted few?
• Is it a good idea to leave the room while cooking
  something on the stove?
• For more information go to www.webmd.com.

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FIRST AID

• GUIDELINES
• Follow safety rules to prevent injuries.
• Look through your first aid kit at home and have
  an adult show you how to use the contents.
• Ask an adult to go over the basics of CPR with
  you. When appropriate, take a course and become
  certified. This is a common topic in many
  babysitter courses.
• Call 911 if necessary.

www.kids.niehs.nih.gov
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FIRST AID

• QUESTIONS
• If you have a minor cut, how can you stop the
  bleeding?
• What can you put on a bump or bruise to prevent
  or reduce swelling?
• For more information go to www.cdc.gov or
  www.webmd.com.

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EXTREME WEATHER SAFETY

• GUIDELINES
• Talk to your parents or a guardian about making
  an emergency kit with supplies should you
  encounter extreme weather and perhaps be without
  electricity or water for a time.
• Locate an interior room of the house that has no
  windows. This will be the safe room where you
  can go when there is a concern about high winds
  and other damaging weather.

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EXTREME WEATHER SAFETYcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Have a plan of action with your family as to how
  to handle weather watches and warnings. A
  tornado watch is when the weather service is
  saying that a tornado may develop in you area. A
  tornado warning says that one has been spotted
  and may be moving towards your area.
• Avoid being outside during a thunderstorm or
  during other severe weather.

www.srh.noaa.gov
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EXTREME WEATHER SAFETY

• QUESTIONS
• What are some items you could have ready for the
  emergency kit? Think about what you would use in
  case the electricity goes out and its dark. Or
  what you would need to brush your teeth and wash
  hands if your water is cut off temporarily.
• If its hot and humid outside, but not storming,
  can that be considered unsafe?
• How can you hear about the latest weather for
  your area?
• For more information go to www.noaa.gov.

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SPORTS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

• GUIDELINES
• Always use the appropriate protective gear and
  make sure it fits well. A good example is if you
  are doing anything that involves wheels (biking,
  skating, riding a scooter or skateboarding),
  wear a helmet.
• Choose a good location to play, such as the yard
  vs. the driveway or street.

www.fitness.gov
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SPORTS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIEScontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Stay alert and watch out for others who may be
  throwing balls or swinging bats, etc.
• Dress appropriately for the weather.
• During summer months, make sure you have plenty
  of water to drink and also remember to use
  sunscreen.

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SPORTS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

• QUESTIONS
• Give an example of dressing appropriately for
  playing outside when its cold and snowy.
• What would you tell a friend that says helmets
  arent necessary?
• Do you think that flip flops are a good choice of
  footwear when riding a bike?
• For more information go to www.bam.gov (click on
  Physical Activity).

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WATER FUN

• GUIDELINES
• Most important guideline for being around water
  is to know how to swim. If you have not learned
  how to swim yet, make sure that you wear a
  flotation device.
• Read and obey any posted signs. Obey lifeguard
  if there is one.

www.cdc.gov
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WATER FUNcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Make sure you have adult supervision and never
  swim alone.
• Stay out of the water during bad weather.
• Remember to use sunscreen and to reapply after
  going in the water.

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WATER FUN

• QUESTIONS
• Most pools have a NO DIVING sign posted, at
  least at one end. What is the usual reason for
  this?
• If you are swimming and hear thunder, what would
  you do?
• For more information go to www.bam.gov (click
  on Your Safety).

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PEDESTRIAN SAFETY

• GUIDELINES
• Walk on sidewalks and cross streets only at
  crosswalks or corners. Look and listen before
  crossing.
• Wear bright clothing so cars can see you more
  easily.
• If you are walking alone, do not wear headphones.
• Stay alert and pay attention to whats going on
  around you.

www.publichealth.columbus.gov
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PEDESTRIAN SAFETY

• QUESTIONS
• If you are crossing a street at a crosswalk and
  the sign shows that its safe to cross, should
  you still look both ways? Why?
• Do you think its a good idea to be talking or
  texting on your cell phone while walking to a
  friends house? Name a couple of safety problems
  you could encounter if you did this.
• For more information go to www.bam.gov (click
  on Your Safety).

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SCHOOL SAFETY / HOMELAND SECURITY

• GUIDELINES
• Follow all school rules.
• Pay attention to your surroundings.
• Do not joke about guns, bombs or hurting someone.
• If you see or hear anything that makes you
  uncomfortable, tell a teacher or another adult.

www.cops.usdoj.gov
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SCHOOL SAFETY / HOMELAND SECURITY

• QUESTIONS
• If you were the principal of your school, what
  would you tell students to do if they heard that
  someone brought a gun to the school?
• What could you and your classmates do to help
  make your school even safer?
• For more information go to www.cdc.gov or
  www.bam.gov (click on Your Safety).

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TOBACCO, DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

• GUIDELINES
• Its simplenever TRY smoking. This is one of
  the best things you can do for your health.
  Smokers become addicted to the nicotine in
  cigarettes and therefore have trouble stopping.
  Research has shown that smoking can cause MANY
  health problems. Do yourself, your family and
  friends a favor and NEVER START.

www.metrokc.gov
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TOBACCO, DRUGS AND ALCOHOLcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Do not use any prescription or over-the-counter
  medicines other than those given to you by your
  doctor, parents or a guardian. Even these
  medicines (drugs) that are taken to help you feel
  better can do damage to your body if they are not
  taken properly or are not taken by the person for
  whom they were prescribed.
• Do not take any medicines, even something for a
  headache or stomach ache, offered to you by a
  friend. They may be trying to help, but they may
  take a different dosage or you could be allergic
  to that medication without knowing.

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TOBACCO, DRUGS AND ALCOHOLcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Do not drink alcohol. For those under the age of
  21, it is illegal. It can also cause a variety
  of behavioral and health problems. Alcohol is
  addictive and impairs your ability to make good
  decisions. If ANYONE offers you alcohol, say NO!
  If you know someone your age that drinks
  alcohol, help them by telling your parent or
  another adult. For their health and safety, they
  need an adults help.

www.osha.gov
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TOBACCO, DRUGS AND ALCOHOLcontinued

• GUIDELINES
• Know that all illegal drugs are harmful and these
  may be offered to you at some point in your life,
  possibly even by a friend. These illegal drugs
  are highly addictive and can ruin your life.
  Practice how to say NO to someone who offers.
  Be aware that some illegal drugs are made to look
  like candy.

www.osha.gov
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TOBACCO, DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

• QUESTIONS
• You are at a friends house and your friend
  offers you a beer and says its okay with her
  parents. What would you do?
• Do you think that if your parent or a guardian
  smokes, its more likely that you would want to
  try it or less likely? Explain your answer.
• Do you think that the adults you know use alcohol
  responsibly? What would you do differently if
  you were them?

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TOBACCO, DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

• MORE QUESTIONS
• Youre at school and someone you know offers you
  some marijuana. What would you say?
• What about if you are at soccer practice and
  youre really tired and your friend tells you
  they have something that would make you feel
  better, handing you a pill. What would you do?
• For more information go to www.webmd.com or
  www.bam.gov (click on Your Body).

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PEER PRESSURE

• GUIDELINES
• Know that peer pressure is part of growing up and
  isnt always bad. Your peers can talk you into
  things that are good, like trying out for the
  tennis team or running for class treasurer.
  Sometimes it will be something that isnt good
  for you, like smoking or using drugs. Just know
  that when your peers are telling you to do
  something or try something that the ultimate
  decision is up to you. ITS YOUR LIFE!!! You
  get to decide how to handle these topics and
  therefore are beginning to decide what kind of
  adult youll want to be. Not many people get
  through their middle and high school years
  without making mistakes, but unfortunately, in
  our current culture, some of the mistakes can
  alter you for life or even be deadly.

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PEER PRESSURE

• GUIDELINES
• Sometimes we all feel like there are a lot of
  things going on in our lives that we have no
  control over. We feel overwhelmed or perhaps
  sad. At times like this, it is important to know
  that there are adults that care about you and
  want to help. Your parents or a guardian, an aunt
  or uncle with whom you have a close relationship,
  a trusted teacher or a guidance counselor would
  all be people to choose from when you have
  something going on in your life that you cannot
  handle alone. The bottom line is that you can
  talk to someone.
• For more information go to www.bam.gov (click
  on Your Life) or www.cdc.gov.

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THANK YOU

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