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for one of our media literacy education-based substance misuse prevention programs.
Teacher training and certification is critical to effectively implement the Media Detective or Media Ready programs. Our teacher training consists of 3, 3-hour, live, virtual, interactive workshops followed by an online teacher certification test. Below are dates for our upcoming open enrollment training series.

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iRT to Advance Media Ready Parent with Support from New NIH Grant
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Helping Youth Start the School Year Strong Through Goal Setting
August 13, 2026, Durham, NC – The start of a new school year is more than a return to the classroom. It is an opportunity for young people to set new goals, build positive habits, [...]