Sunset Challenge 2022
The Sunset Challenge is back! This 2K / 5K race will be held on Friday, May 13, 2022, with start times of 6:40 pm for the 2K and 7 pm for the 5K race. All registrations received by April 22 …
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COVID-19 resources
While schools, businesses and government agencies are shut down or working remotely during the Covid-19 outbreak, the need for support services is greater than ever. For everything from food distribution to mental health services, community groups and social service agencies …
POSTPONED: Sunset Challenge 2020
POSTPONED: The Sunset Challenge has been postponed. Please visit this website in May for information in a possible new date.
The second annual Sunset Challenge 5k / 2k will be held on Friday, May 1, 2020 at Maple Point Middle …
Smoking declines, but vaping is on the rise
Over the past several years, the incidence of teen smoking has declined (and leveled off after years of decline in other age groups). But ask any middle or high school Principal and they will likely tell you about a dramatic …
Sunset Challenge 2019
Over 400 competitors entered the first-ever Sunset Challenge held at Maple Point Middle School in Langhorne on Friday, May 10. The crowd moved inside as rain moved through the area just prior to race time, but by start time the …
Video: Dealing with the Middle School years
The middle school years are a time of opportunity – and danger as social pressure and anxiety rises. This video offers compelling stories and ideas to help navigate your children through this challenging time:
In this video you will hear …
Vaping and tobacco: Gateways to addiction?
Vaping is seen by many as a safe alternative to smoking. This is not the whole truth, despite the marketing. Vapes contain nicotine, which is still an addictive substance, as well as traces of other substances which have dangers of …
How to talk to young children about substance abuse
Important message for Neshaminy elementary school families
Please watch the video for a message for Neshaminy families about preventing substance abuse:
Parents and guardians have tremendous influence on their children’s behavior. Children are less likely to use drugs and make …
Neshaminy educators hear powerful stories of addiction and recovery
During a half-day seminar held during a professional development week on June 20, all Neshaminy teachers were introduced to the #StandUpNeshaminy opioid abuse prevention effort. The program featured hard-hitting statistics, methods to identify and help drug abuse victims, and information …