Parent Resources

Listed below, parents can find topics that are typically associated with teenagers. In each section, you will find links that will be useful in gaining information. Also, if you would like information about a topic that is not on here or if you have found other useful websites, let us know on our Feedback Page.

Another useful tool for families in McKean County is the McKean County Resource Directory, which has now been played online.

Alcohol and other Drugs:

- Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs
- Keeping Your Kids Drug Free (.pdf)
- Parents. The Anti-Drug
- Start Talking Before They Start Drinking (.pdf)
- Time To Talk

Helping Your Children Reach Their Goals:

- Finding The Right Job
- Lifelong Literacy
- Preparing For College
- Graduating From High School

Keeping Your Kids Healthy:

- Child Abuse Prevention & Treatment
- Childhood Obesity Prevention
- Coalition For Healthy Children
- How To React To Mental Illness
- Nutrition Education

Internet Safety:

- Netsmartz
- Cyberbullying
- Prevent, Detect and Report Suspicious Online Behavior.
- Social Networking Sites (MySpace, Facebook, Xanga,...)

Media:

- Cell Phones
- Instant Messaging
- Television
- Video Games

Safety:

- Emergency Preparedness
- Teen Driving