New Horizons works to increase knowledge of substance abuse prevention, communication, anger management, and decision making skills through activities focused on:

• The dangers of alcohol and other drugs
• Personal Responsibility
• Effective communication practices
• Understanding healthy v. unhealthy relationships
• Developing effective coping skills
• Positive self-esteem
• Establishing positive decision making skills
• Anger Management skills

As a State of Florida recognized "Best-Practice", this 16-session curriculum addresses the social problems that may interfere with youth's successful transition through adolescence into young adulthood.

Students meet with a Health and Wellness Specialist once a week during an elective or special area class.

Participation is voluntary and free for all students.​

The New Horizonsprogram is currently being offered to students in the following school districts:

• Leon County School District | K-12 Public & Charter
• Madison County School District | Madison County Central School
• Wakulla County School District | Riversprings Middle School, Wakulla High School, Wakulla Institute

• Parent/Guardian Permission Letter (available for download below)

• Your Specialist will review program rules and expectations and set a weekly meeting schedule
• You will complete a New Horizons Pre-assessment and Mental Health Survey

Referal Form Download

Chelsea Mack MSW