Think A-Head

Think A-Head is a school-based program that has been teaching students to avoid risk-taking behavior and develop healthy living habits for nearly 20 years. This curriculum is tailored to the age of the students and to the specific needs of the school and community.

The following programs are available from Think A-Head:

The Middle School Core Program encourages students to adopt life-long healthy habits to avoid brain injury. The program explores pedestrian and car safety in addition to discussing how alcohol use increases the risk of brain injury.

The High School Core Program focuses on alcohol, marijuana, and the importance of safe driving. The most compelling part of this program is the personal testimony of a brain injury survivor who speaks candidly about the impact of brain injury on his or her life.

The following modules can be incorporated into the core Think A-Head programs, depending on the specific student and school needs. Usually, a maximum of three modules will be presented during a program.

- Pedestrian Safety (grades 3 – 8 only)
- Bicycle Safety (grades 3 – 8 only)
- Sports Concussion
- Alcohol & the Teenage Brain
- Alcohol, Marijuana & the Teenage Brain
- Drinking & Driving
- Safe Driving Behaviors

Think A-Head: Prepare for Prom

"During prom, graduation, and homecoming weekends, 47% of fatal car crashes among 15-20 year olds involved alcohol." -NHTSA

Prepare for Prom is a dynamic program designed to educate students about the risks and dangers of prom season. The 60 minute Prepare for Prom program teaches students how to stay safe, avoid risk-taking behaviors and fight peer pressure. The Program features engaging visuals and incorporates best practice strategies for injury prevention during prom season.

Through conversation, students will learn to make decisions that will help prevent brain injuries. Specific topics include:

• Overview of Brain Injury
• Alcohol, Marijuana & the Teenage Brain
• Safe Driving
• Do's and Don'ts of Prom
• Brain Injury Survivor Speaker*
• Tips for Parents**

*Depending on location and availability
**For Parent Presentations

The Elementary ToolKit is geared to students in grades 3 - 5 and incorporates colorful visuals and interactive components in a lesson about the functions and importance of the brain. The ToolKit enables classroom teachers to present the curriculum which includes discussions about bicycle, pedestrian and car safety, in addition to clear instruction on proper helmet and seat belt use.

The ToolKit includes the PowerPoint presentation, a curriculum guide for instructors, egghead helmets, a word search, "What My Brain Does" activity, concussions and pedestrian & helmet safety fact cards, 100 colored pencils and articles for parents.

The ToolKit is available for $20. To order the Elementary ToolKit, click here.

Read what people are saying about Think A-Head:

Helmets are a no-brainer, Worcester Telegram & Gazette, July 11, 2010

Student drinking 'still major issue,' Worcester Telegram & Gazette, April 30, 2010

 

For more information, please contact us at thinkahead@biama.org, or call 508-475-0032.