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Drug & Alcohol Resources

Welcome to the MPS Drug and Alcohol Resources Website!

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Mission Statement & Policies:

Methuen Public Schools recognizes the priority of promoting a drug-free school community. We are committed to raising awareness of the dangers of the illicit use of drugs and alcohol and strive to support students in making healthy and safe lifestyle choices. Our objective is to collaborate among students, staff, families, and the community to effectively attain goals that value responsibility, productivity, and achievement. This webpage is intended for the entire Methuen school community to access information and resources helpful in maintaining our mission.

Drug and Alcohol Resources Coordinator and Students Against Destructive Decisions Advisors

Methuen Public Schools prides itself on the fact that our largest substance prevention model was the only system in Massachusetts that had a chapter of Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) in each of its five schools. We have had thousands of students sign drug-free contracts, attend drug-free seminars and events, and show their peers that they are proud to live a drug-free, healthy lifestyle and want to help others from destructive decisions. The Methuen Public Schools SADD Advisors, as well as the District-Wide Drug and Alcohol Resources Coordinator, for each campus are listed below.  

Dean M. Brouder, District-Wide Drug and Alcohol Resources Coordinator

Personal Bio.: (Personal Bio. Forthcoming)

E-Mail Address: dnbrouder@methuen.k12.ma.us

 

Amanda Aziz, SADD Advisor for Methuen High School

Personal Bio.: I am the SADD advisor for Methuen High School and a graduate of the MHS Class of 2012. As an MHS student, I was on the leadership board of the SADD program. I worked with my co-leaders to create a group that showed our peers that it was possible (and healthier!) to have fun and build friendships with activities that didn’t revolve around substances. This is still my focus as the SADD Advisor at Methuen High School. The mission of the high school group is to provide students with fun and healthy activities, both within the school walls and around the community. We have bi-monthly meetings at the high school to discuss issues within the school, plan activities after school and on the weekends, and, in general, have a place to go with like-minded peers. All are welcome to attend meetings and activities, and I especially encourage parents and guardians to attend our out-of-school activities. If you have any questions at all about the SADD program at the high school, please feel free to contact me at aaaziz@methuen.k12.ma.us.

E-Mail Address: aaaziz@methuen.k12.ma.us

 

 

Jessica Leal, SADD Advisor for the Tenney Grammar School

Personal Bio.: I am the Junior SADD advisor at the Tenney Grammar School. I am a graduate of Methuen High School, class of 1997. During my high school days, there were pressures to try drugs or underage drink. I imagine that the challenges for teens now are even greater. My goal as the Junior SADD advisor is to create a safe and healthy environment for my students. All 7th & 8th graders are encouraged to join SADD. As members, you will be invited to monthly meetings where we will model positive decision-making. We will participate in various activities outside of the school day as well.   

E-Mail Address: jaleal@methuen.k12.ma.u

 

Matt Twomey, SADD Advisor for the Comprehensive Grammar School

Personal Bio.:  am the Junior SADD advisor at the Comprehensive Grammar School. I am a graduate of the Methuen High School class of 1996. During my years at MHS, I was was always aware of the temptations and pressures that existed within the school setting, as well as the peer pressure that was present outside of the walls of MHS. Now as a seventh grade teacher I see that students face far greater challenges than we ever did at their age, and I hope that having an open dialogue about making healthy decisions will empower students to feel confident that they can make positive decisions that will impact their lives for years to come. The mission of SADD is to provide students with the best prevention tools possible to deal with the issues of underage drinking, drug use, risky and impaired driving, and other destructive decisions. All grade 8 students are encouraged to join SADD at the Comprehensive Grammar School. As members, will attend monthly meetings where we discuss strategies for healthy living andsitive decision making. My hope is that students will also participate in activities outside of the school day that will help to raise continued awareness for the importance of positive decision making. If you have any questions, feel free to email me at mwtwomey@methuen.k12.ma.us. I look forward to seeing you at our next meeting!

E-Mail Address: mwtwomey@methuen.k12.ma.us

 

Devin Deveau, SADD Advisor for the Marsh Grammar School

Personal Bio.: (Personal Bio. Forthcoming)

E-Mail Address: dndeveau@methuen.k12.ma.us

 

Kathy Solomon, SADD Advisor for the Timony Grammar School

Personal Bio.: (Personal Bio. Forthcoming)

E-Mail Address: kysolomon@methuen.k12.ma.us