The Hidden In Plain Sight community presentation will be held on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Monroe-Woodbury Middle School from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The exhibit is an opportunity for parents to experience and explore the environment of a teenager and learn to spot signs of possible substance use and risky behavior.
This presentation simulates a teenager's bedroom where items have been placed, which may be indicators that the teen is using tobacco, alcohol or other drugs, or is engaging in behavior that could lead to substance use. Some items are obvious, some are fiendishly clever; some are well-hidden and some are sitting in plain sight. Take a walk through our simulated youth bedroom and see if you can spot the hidden mischief and drug references.
The purpose of the exhibit is to help adults see the environment with new eyes, to see the warning signs that may be obvious once they are pointed out, and then help them have a conversation with the teen to stop dangerous behaviors before the worst happens - addiction, legal trouble, injury or even death.
For Parents and Guardians Only Please - No Youth Allowed
Presenter: Mrs. Lisamaria Albanese, MSW, Town of Cortland Consultant, Certified Active Parenting 4th Edition Provider, Teen Intervene Prevention Specialist, Certified Art Therapy Practitioner