The Substance Aware School (SAS) Award has been developed to recognise and reward consistent, ongoing approaches to prevent substance use among young people across the Highlands.
This initiative is a joint partnership between the Highland Alcohol and Drugs Partnership (HADP), the Highland Child Protection Committee, the Highland Council, NHS Highland, and Police Scotland.
By sponsoring this award we aim to:
- Support and promote evidence informed substance education and prevention in the Highlands
- Celebrate and showcase good practice of substance education and prevention in the Highlands
- Encourage and sustain healthy attitudes and behaviours among young people in the Highlands
The 2023/2024 winners of the SAS Award are:
- The winners of the Gold SAS Award and £1,000 are Smithton Primary School!
- The winners of the Silver SAS Award and £500 are Lochaber High School!
- The winners of the Bronze SAS Award and £250 are Alness Academy!
Congratulations to all schools.