CHECK IF YOUR SCHOOL IS RED RIBBON CERTIFIED

Over 88 schools in the U.S. have received Red Ribbon Certification since 2005.  Each year, additional schools are awarded this honor.  Is your school one of them?

Congratulations to our 2023 Red Ribbon Certified Schools

What is different about a Red Ribbon Certified School?

A Red Ribbon Certified School models prevention excellence by having:

• Parents as partners to improve academic performance and reduce risky behaviors in their kids

• Commitment from leadership (Principal, District School Superintendent, School Board, Teachers)

• Open and frequent communication between parents, teachers and administration

• Regular in-service training for all school personnel on prevention principles

• Prevention efforts guided by best practices

• Opportunities for all students to be part of the solution

• Methods to inform, educate and involve business leaders, the broader community, and especially parents

• Year-round Red Ribbon events to communicate norms and expectations, and the relationship of academic achievement to resilience

Previously Certified Schools