Education Questionnaire

The following is a list of questions on the nature of education in the community. The more information that can be gathered, the more effective the strategic plan. However, if the answer to the question is unknown or difficult to obtain, indicate that fact and move on to other questions. Distribute this checklist to members of the coalition who work in the education field or key members of the community and request their assistance.

1. How many high schools are in your community? How many colleges/universities? Are these colleges or universities residential or commuter?

2. Does the school system have a policy on underage alcohol use and is it enforced?

3. Are police officers assigned to secondary schools in the community? What is their role?

4. Are students permitted to leave high schools for lunch? If yes, describe what happens.

5. Is there a student assistance program? Is there evidence that it is utilized?

6. What type of alcohol education is conducted in the schools?

7. Has your public school system adopted a prevention model curriculum? If so, briefly describe or give the name.

8. Do the universities and colleges have an alcohol policy? Is it widely distributed?

9. What is law enforcement’s role on university/college campuses?

10. Are alcohol incidents part of disciplinary programs and are they reported to the police?

11. Is alcohol served at college/university events?

12. Do fraternities/sororities provide alcohol at special events? What are the policies?

13. What emphasis is alcohol given in college freshman orientation sessions?

14. What is the environment like around college/university campuses, i.e., number of bars, advertising of drink specials, etc.?

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