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Chief deputy offers to run D.A.R.E. in district elementary schools at no cost
Summary
Chief Deputy Don Cook asked the board to permit a revived D.A.R.E. curriculum for upper elementary students, saying instruction would be voluntary, scheduled to principals' needs and that materials could be covered by opioid settlement funds or donations.
Chief Deputy Don Cook introduced a proposal for the D.A.R.E. curriculum and asked the Wyoming County Schools board to allow the program in elementary schools, saying he could provide instruction at no cost to the district. "I would hope to switch it over to you in prevention," Cook said, describing a 10‑week course of 45‑minute lessons designed for upper elementary grades and adaptable to principals' schedules.
Cook said materials could be paid from opioid settlement funds and that he would seek donations if needed. He emphasized fidelity to the licensed curriculum: "I'm not gonna be in there throwing in opinions or views. It's the program." Board members asked clarifying questions about timing, grade levels (typically 5th and either 6th or 8th depending on school) and voluntary participation; the board moved, seconded and approved a motion to partner with the presenting deputy and the Sheriff's Office to offer D.A.R.E. in district elementary schools.
