Parents Corner
Most Tekoa Parents (7 out of 10)
set clear rules for their teens
on underage use of alcohol & marijuana.
How to Prevent Youth Alcohol & Marijuana Use
Bond With Your Children
Children who feel close to their parents are less likely to use alcohol and marijuana. Family conflict and lack of bonding increase the risk of drinking and drug use.
Set Clear Boundaries
Set clear rules and expectations about no alcohol and marijuana use. Talk early and often about the rules.
Monitor Your Child's Interactions
Ask who, what, who, when and where. Know where your teen is. Help them plan fun safe activities.
Start the conversation
Talk. They Hear You.
Get informed, be prepared, and take action to prevent underage drinking and other drug use.
Start Talking Now
You are the most powerful influence in your child's life.
Raise Resilient Adults
Positive Childhood Experiences
Fill your child’s life with positive experiences showing they are supported and protected. Help them become resilient. More at PACEs Connection.
- Ability to talk with family about feelings
- Feeling that family is supportive in difficult times
- Enjoyment in participating in community traditions
- Feeling of belonging in high school
- Feeling of being supported by friends
- Having a least two non-parent adults who genuinely care
- Feeling safe and protected by an adult at home
Washington State Laws
In 2012, Washington State voters approved Initiative 502 (I-502), which permits an adult over 21 to possess up to one ounce of marijuana for their own personal use in private. The public consumption of marijuana is subject to civil violation and fine. Recreational marijuana sales to the public in Washington State began July 8, 2014. Marijuana remains illegal on the federal level.
Recreational Use in WA
Recreational marijuana use is legal in WA with a number of restrictions. It is important to know the law.
Overview by State
Eighteen states, two territories, and the District of Columbia have legalized small amounts of cannabis (marijuana) for adult recreational use. (7/6/2021)
Federal Laws
Marijuana (Cannabis) is currently a Schedule 1 drug subject to pentalites at the federal level.