Our Generous Partners Support Addiction Prevention
Justin Manning, Senior VP, Mid Penn Bank & Eric Kennel, Executive Director, Compass Mark Our agency is grateful for the generosity of Mid Penn Bank and their ongoing support through the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program, which allows businesses to redirect their state tax…
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2023 ExtraGive Raises $35,676 for Addiction Prevention
Due to the EXTRAORDINARY generosity of our community supporters, Compass Mark raised $35,767 over the 24 hours of the November 17, 2023 ExtraGive! On behalf of our Board of Directors and staff, we are so appreciative for the incredible support of not…
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Educating Students about Alcohol & Other Drugs: More Important Than Ever
The misuse of alcohol and other drugs is a major contributor to the global burden of disease. Substance use prevention programs grounded in evidence aim to stop people from misusing alcohol and drugs before they start. As Benjamin Franklin famously…
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Now is the Time: Support Student Mental Health
The mental health of young people has been negatively impacted by the stresses of modern life. Today’s youth juggle classes, extracurriculars, family & friends. They may have part-time jobs or help look after younger siblings. In addition, they are faced…
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Compass Mark Prepares for the 2023 Extra Give!
Compass Mark will be participating in the ExtraGive on November 17, 2023. Mark your calendars for this very special, 24-hour day of giving to Lancaster County’s community benefit organizations. Whether you give $10 or $1,000, your gift to Compass Mark allows…
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Preparing for the Year Ahead with Student Assistance Programs (SAP)
School year 2020-2021 was extraordinarily challenging for schools, educators, parents, and students. Youth were separated from friends, extracurricular activities, and classrooms. Additionally, students were distanced from essential school staff members who are sources of support, compassion, and encouragement. During this…
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The Return of Kids Kamp!
After a year of hard work, our Leaders of Future Generations students joined together for an exciting week full of opportunities to grow, build, strengthen friendships, and enjoy nature at Kids Kamp! During the week of June 21st through 25th,…
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Have Meds? New Way to Dispose of Rx Drugs
Compass Mark has received a grant to offer free medication disposal bags to residents of Lancaster, Lebanon, and Chester ounties, PA. Keeping unused or expired medications in your medicine cabinet can lead to misuse or accidental ingestion. The newest option…
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Official Proclamation of Prevention Week in Lancaster & Lebanon County
The Lancaster and Lebanon County Commissioners have proclaimed the week of May 9th through 15th, 2021 as “National Prevention Week” National Prevention Week (NPW) is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance use prevention and positive mental health.…
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Compass Mark’s SAP Training Team Receives Certification
Our Student Assistance Training (SAP) Team – Deb, Josh, and Bevan – have successfully met every criterion for the Student Assistance Program state monitoring! This is a rigorous evaluation of our training standards and competencies that happen every two years…
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