For 27 years, SADD has been committed to empowering young people to lead education and prevention initiatives in their schools and communities. Founded as Students Against Driving Drunk in 1981 in Wayland, Massachusetts, SADD has grown to become the nation’s dominant peer-to-peer youth education and prevention organization with thousands of chapters in middle schools, high schools and colleges. In 1997, in response to requests from SADD students themselves, SADD expanded its mission and name and now sponsors chapters called Students Against Destructive Decisions. SADD continues to endorse a firm "No Use" message related to use of alcohol and other drugs. With its expanded focus, SADD now highlights prevention of all destructive behaviors and attitudes that are harmful to young people, including underage drinking, substance abuse, impaired driving, violence, and suicide.
Today, SADD exists on more than 10,000 middle school, high school, and college campuses, primarily in the United States. It is estimated that there are more than 350,000 active members participating in SADD this year!
What We Do at NDP:
SADD is a very active club on our campus. In 2008, we won second place in a national contest to promote safe teen driving and received $5,000 for our efforts. We have a working relationship with the nonprofit organization NotMyKid and bring in speakers on a regular basis to talk with our students about how to live healthy lifestyles. We are always coming up with new projects to promote on campus, and we always welcome new members throughout the school year.
Dues:
Students may join the NDP SADD club by paying a one-time fee of $15.00 in dues. This fee also includes a club tee-shirt.
Meetings:
Regular meetings are held the last Tuesday of every month in room 408. Additional meetings may be held as needed as projects develop.
2009-2010 Officers:
President
Halley Koch
Vice President
Olivia Kezirian
Secretary & Artistic Director
Payton Goett
Activities Coordinator
Kayla Decant
Treasurer
Emily Fritcke
Adult Moderators
Andi Miller
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