The Carbondale Police Department offers Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) to local schools. The program is designed to reduce drug abuse and build positive relationships with kids in the community.
Classroom Visits
Trained D.A.R.E. officers visit fifth and sixth-grade classes in Carbondale. With the teacher's assistance, D.A.R.E. officers teach our area youth essential lessons about avoiding drugs, gangs, and violence.
The officers always look forward to teaching D.A.R.E. and interacting with our community's youth. D.A.R.E. graduations are important events that include City officials, community members, and family. Diplomas are awarded with a reception to follow.
Program Support
This program is a community-supported, collaborative effort. The D.A.R.E. Board of Directors, composed of various community leaders, manages funding and oversight of the program.
Visit the D.A.R.E. website to learn more.