Harpers Ferry Schools Launch Program to Combat Drug Addiction Trauma
County schools receive funds to develop a drug-addiction trauma prevention program
The Spirit of Jefferson | Wednesday, February 26, 2025
The Spirit of Jefferson reports that the local school system has received a $50,000 grant for its Prevention Education Project, aimed at high school students affected by drug addiction trauma. This funding, part of a $55 million settlement from Purdue Pharma, will help address the growing crisis in the region, which faces some of the highest overdose rates in the nation, particularly impacting families in towns like Charles Town and Ranson. The program will tackle mental and behavioral health challenges linked to substance use disorders, underscoring the community's commitment to supporting affected families.
