Learn the Signs

SURG created a ‘Learn the Signs’ brochure to share with students, parents, and the community.

Back to School Night (August)

SURG participated in SEVEN Back to School Night events in Kings County.

Corcoran High School on August 17, 2022
Kings Lake Education Center on August 18, 2022
Hanford High School on August 23, 2022
Hanford West High School on August 23, 2022
Earl F Johnson/Community Day on August 24, 2023
Lemoore High School on August 29th, 2023
Avenal High School on September 7th, 2023

Red Ribbon Week (October)

SURG Participated in SEVEN Red Ribbon Week events in Kings County

Kettleman City Elementary School on October 24th, 2022
Kings Lake Education Center on October 25th, 2022
John Muir Middle School on October 25th, 2022
Liberty Middle School on October 26th, 2022
Stratford Elementary on October 27th, 2022
JFK on October 28th, 2022
Woodrow Wilson on October 28th, 2022

Substance Use Prevention Panel at KPFP Meeting

On September 15th, 2022, members of SURG spoke during KPFP General Meeting about trends in Kings County, teen usage trends, risk factors, prescription drugs myths, lived experienced testimonials, ways to help your loved ones in their recovery journey, and how you can help in the community.

Jessika Schnieder, Champions, Outpatient Program Manager,
Sara Florez, WestCare, Program Coordinator
Roni Perez, Youth Engagement Coordination, SOL Youth Program, California Health Collaborative
Muriel Gobea, Kings County Tobacco Control Program, California Health Collaborative
Michael Dey, Lived Experience

CommUNITY Winter Wonderland

On Friday, January 6th-7th, 2023, SURG gathered together at the Hanford Winter Wonderland Ice Rink to share Substance Use Prevention resources, services, and programs.

Collage of CommUNITY Winter Wonderland event

Avenal Block Party

On March 22nd, 2023, SURG participated in the Avenal Block Party to share Substance Use Prevention resources, services, and programs.

Health & Wellness Week

SURG participated in FOUR Health & Wellness Week events in Kings County.

Corcoran High School on April 17th, 2023
Lemoore High School on April 18th, 2023
Jamison High School on April 18th, 2023
Avenal High School on April 20th, 2023

Image of KPFP staff member Alyssa at Health & Wellness Week Rise Above booth

National Prevention Week

SURG participated in and celebrated National Prevention Week (May 7th-May 13th) through a social media campaign that shared a variety of resources in Kings County.

Workgroup leadership:

Ana Lopez, Kings County Behavioral Health
Sal Solario, California Health Collaborative

SUP meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 9-10am.CLICK HERE for more information or to register to attend our next meeting!

2022-2023 Year in Review