Rightsize. Right Support. Right for Students.
Portland Public Schools is undertaking a districtwide rightsizing process to better align our schools, programs, and resources with the needs of today’s students and the realities shaping our future.
Portland Public Schools provides a range of substance use prevention, education, and support services designed to promote student well-being and reduce the impact of substance use on students, families, and school communities.
Through THRIVE PPS, district Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselors (CADCs), and the Insight Program, Student Services works alongside students, families, school staff, and community partners to strengthen prevention efforts, provide individualized support, and connect students with appropriate resources when concerns arise.
PPS Substance Use Services provides multiple pathways for students to receive education, intervention, and individualized support. Learn more about Insight Class and connect with the Substance Use Services team for consultation, counseling, education, and support.
A supportive educational intervention designed to help students examine substance use, understand its impacts, and strengthen decision-making skills.
Learn More About InsightConnect with the PPS Substance Use Services team for individualized consultation, counseling, education, outreach, and support related to student substance use.
Learn More About Substance Use SupportExplore prevention information, educational resources, and community supports that can help students, families, and school communities better understand substance use and support healthy decision-making.
The Healthy Choices Bulletin is a monthly summary of substance use prevention resources for staff to use and share with students and families. Access current and past issues through the bulletin archive.
View Bulletin Archive
Find Oregon-based treatment, recovery, peer support, prevention, and other community resources for individuals and families seeking substance use support.
Explore Oregon ResourcesExplore local prevention information, resources, and community supports for youth and families.
Visit Big VillageAccess science-based substance use information and educational resources developed for parents, educators, and young people.
Explore Parents & Educators Resources