Program Models
Operation Snowball has two types of chapters - school-based and community-based. Operation Snowball includes the following program models:
- Operation Snowflurry, Preschool and elementary age youth
- Operation Snowflake, Middle school and junior high school age youth
- Operation Snowball, High school age youth
- Operation Segue, young adults age 18–24
- Operation Blizzard, Families and adults
- Operation Snowcap, Senior citizens
Each program model focuses on the issues resulting from alcohol and other drug use and abuse in a manner appropriate for each age group. The concept of cross-age teaching and peer helping is an integral part of the Operation Snowball program. The programs follow the same principles and guidelines that may include the following:
- Weekly meetings
- Weekend retreats
- Drug-free alternative activities
- Opportunities to be a peer role model and to experience working with adults in a cooperative atmosphere
- Opportunities to develop special events that fit the needs of your community
- Opportunities to get involved with other programs and events in your community
Through the development of leadership skills, Operation Snowball shall be a youth and adult partnership, providing awareness and prevention of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, while encouraging healthy decision-making in an active community of caring."
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