Mission: Create programming and supports designed to increase engagement, retention, and leadership for men of color within CMSD. Guiding Principles: As participants of the Men of Color Shaping Academics, we recognize that there are three essential components: 1. Making a positive impact in the lives and community of CMSD students. 2. Empowering men of color educators to foster Equity & Inclusion within CMSD. 3. Networking and growth opportunities that cultivate leadership and retain high performing CMSD Educators.
Eric S. Gordon Chief Executive Officer
Greetings Attendees & Participants, As CEO of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, it is a pleasure to welcome you to the first Empowerment & Transformative Men of Color Youth Summit. Since launching the “My Brother’s Keeper” Task Force in 2016, CMSD has worked with community leaders and with local, state and national partners to ensure every one of our students is college and career ready in Cleveland, regardless of a student's challenges and limitations. It is a privilege to host more than 1,000 participants to this event, as part of that long-standing effort. The
interactive,
motivational,
and
inspiring
educational workshops planned for this event were designed not only to empower and build leadership skills in our high school students, but also to help them realize the benefits of post-graduate education. Special thanks to Morehouse College and to the CMSD staff, including our Men of Color sHaping Academics (MOCHA) network, for your part in organizing
panelists
and
speakers,
including
Morehouse scholars and alumni, for this event. And a special thank you to the scholars for attending this inaugural event. It is my hope that you are open to making connections that will benefit you well beyond this day and motivate you to GET MORE! I would also extend a heartfelt appreciation to all of the program presenters and supporters in inspiring our CMSD scholars to lead lives of leadership and service. Best Wishes,
Lisa Farmer Cole Chief of Schools
Dear Esteemed Guests, It is my privilege to extend a warm welcome to all attendees, for this historic occasion as the Morehouse College Get on the Bus Tour arrives in the beautiful city of Cleveland. Morehouse is a distinguished private liberal arts college located in Atlanta, Georgia, dedicated to educating the next generation of black male leaders, since its founding in 1867. As a proud Spelman College, alumnae I am thrilled to host our esteemed guests and partner with our community stakeholders to deliver a day of unparalleled learning and leadership opportunities for the young men of CMSD. We are excited for today's event! This is an occasion to celebrate excellence in action while inspiring future leaders of our community. It is our hope you will fully engage in this day, get to know your fellow attendees, explore various college and career pathways and uncover the greatness within you. We have amazing support from many organizations and individuals to ensure today is a success, so let's enjoy it together! I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Anthony Brown and the Men of Color sHaping Academics Network for their valuable contribution toward making this day a reality. Their dedicated efforts, together with the Morehouse College Student Government Association, have resulted in a day of Empowerment and Transformative engagement. In addition, I would like to acknowledge the student government president, Mark Nichols, for recognizing the importance of this experience as a Say Yes to Education scholarship recipient. Mark's successful matriculation through Morehouse is in part credited to his mentor Principal, Tim Primus, Cleveland, CMSD, John Marshall School of Engineering, and Say Yes. Mark's unwavering determination to bring the "Get on the Bus Tour" to Cleveland is a clear indication of his commitment to give back to his community. I firmly believe this event has the power to shape the course of your lives, just as my time at Spelman has had a profound impact on my own journey. Morehouse, Spelman, and other Historically Black Colleges and Universities have a rich heritage of producing exceptional leaders. I have no doubt this summit will inspire a new generation of visionary trailblazers. I am delighted to welcome all of you to this youth summit, I urge us all to join forces in empowering young black and brown men to shape a brighter future for themselves. Sincerely,
Anthony H. Brown
Co-Chair, MOCHA Coordinator, Family & Community Engagement
Greetings Everyone,
I have only just a minute, Only sixty seconds in it. Forced upon me, can’t refuse it. Didn’t seek it, didn’t choose it. But it’s up to me to use it. I must suffer if I lose it. Give account if I abuse it. Just a tiny little minute, but eternity is in it.
The given poem by the renowned Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, an eminent past president of Morehouse College, resonates with the current phase of my life, spanning the last month. An opportunity presented itself to me on March 1st, wherein I was entrusted with the gratifying responsibility of leading our district in a remarkable undertaking. I extend my sincere gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of this venture. I would like to express my gratitude towards the esteemed MOCHA planning team and the Divisions of Academics and Engagement for their diligent efforts in making this day a reality. Additionally, I would also like to acknowledge my HBCU family, both near and far, for their unwavering support in championing the idea that "HBCUs Are A Better Way" for many students. Despite my reservations concerning the risk of inadvertently omitting anyone, I must conclude my thanks for fear of oversight. It is my earnest belief that every man of color should seize the moment and recognize the worth of every opportunity presented to them today. The audience gathered here possesses the potential to enrich your life, irrespective of factors like age, background, or education. It is my privilege to be in your presence today, and I look forward to engaging with each of you. Despite considerable progress made in recent decades, it is apparent that men of color are still facing the harsh reality of oppression and discrimination. This has resulted in a significant gap in employment, housing, education, as well as mental and physical health matters. While it might be impossible to resolve all these issues today, our gathering together is a step towards creating a lasting change. Each one of us can make a commitment to Do Better, Reach Higher, and Get More Together, which has the potential to lead to a better future for all. And to this, I say Enjoy!
Until We Meet Again,
Mark C. Nichols
91st SGA President | Class of 2023 Major: Economics | Minor: Business
Douglas Burnett, III
Lead NSO Commander | Class of 2023
Major: Political Science | Minor: Sales & Sociology Greetings All, It is with deep admiration that we welcome everyone to this momentous occasion. The Morehouse Get on The Bus (GOTB) excursion is an impactful extension of service on behalf of Morehouse students, specifically to encourage young Black scholars to reach higher and recognize that their dreams are possible. This initiative has previously traveled to New Orleans, New York City, and Washington, DC. Therefore, we are exceptionally privileged to bring this to Cleveland, Ohio, our home. Morehouse is a historically, culturally, and academically rich institution of higher learning that has cultivated numerous leaders from Cleveland and beyond globally. We are privileged to associate our names with great men such as Dr. Otis Moss, Jr, Samuel L. Jackson, and Raphael G. Warnock, to name a few. It is inexpressibly hard to encapsulate the extent that this impact has on us. During our first year and after learning that we shared the commonality of being from Cleveland, we knew we wanted to curate a similar experience. As graduating seniors, we realize the extent and the impact of the role that the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and the overall Greater Cleveland Community have influenced us. Considering that, we deemed it necessary to return home and ensure that we leave an indelible mark on all of the scholars today. Therefore, while our goal is not solely to recruit scholars to Morehouse, we hope we will inspire some. In closing, we want to extend our sincerest gratitude to the entire Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Morehouse College, and every community partner that played a role in making this event a success. We look forward to a robust engagement. With Much Appreciation,
Mark C. Nichols &
Douglas Burnett, III
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SUBSTANCE USE AND SEXUAL RISK BEHAVIORS AMONG TEENS 1
According to the Surgeon General’s Report Facing Addiction in America, the misuse of substances such as alcohol and drugs is a growing problem in the United States. Although substance misuse can occur at any age, the teenage and young adult years are particularly critical at-risk periods. Research shows that the majority of adults who meet the criteria for having a substance use disorder started using substances during their teen and young adult years. Teen substance use is also associated with sexual risk behaviors that put young people at risk for HIV, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and pregnancy..2,7 To address these issues, more needs to be done to lessen risks and increase protective factors for teens.
What We Know Studies conducted among teens have identified an association between substance use and sexual risk behaviors such as ever having sex, having multiple sex partners, not using a condom, and pregnancy before the age of 15 years of age.2,7 Researchers have found that as the frequency of substance use increases, the
Fast Facts Of the students who are currently sexually active,
21% drank alcohol or used drugs before last sexual intercourse
30%
of high school students are currently sexually active
41%
of high school students have ever had intercourse
likelihood of sex and the number of sex partners also increases.3 In addition, studies show that sexual risk behaviors increase in teens who use alcohol, and are highest among students who use marijuana, cocaine, prescription drugs (such as sedatives, opioids, and stimulants), and other illicit drugs. Teens who reported no substance use are the least likely to engage in sexual risk-taking.4 According to the 2015 National Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), 41% of high school students have ever had intercourse and 30% of high school students are currently sexually active. Of the students who are currently sexually active, 21% drank alcohol or used drugs before last sexual intercourse.5
Risk Factors and Prevention Activities Substance use and sexual risk behaviors share some common underlying factors that may predispose teens to these behaviors. Because substance use clusters with other risk behaviors, it is important to learn whether precursors can be determined early to help identify youth who are most at risk. Primary prevention approaches that are most effective are those that address common risk factors. Prevention programs for substance use and sexual risk behaviors should include a focus on individuals, peers, families, schools, and communities. When students’ school environments are supportive and their parents are engaged in their lives, they are less likely to use alcohol and drugs and engage in sexual behaviors that put them at risk for HIV, STDs, or pregnancy.6
Substance use is associated with behaviors that put teens at risk for HIV, STDs, and pregnancy References Common risk factors for substance use and sexual risk behaviors include:
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• Extreme economic deprivation (poverty, over-crowding) • Family history of the problem behavior, family conflict, and family management problems • Favorable parental attitudes towards the problem behavior and/or parental involvement in the problem behavior • Lack of positive parent engagement
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• Association with substance using peers • Alienation and rebelliousness • Lack of school connectedness
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For primary prevention activities targeting substance use and sexual risk behaviors to be effective, they should include:6 • School-based programs that promote social and emotional competence • Peer-led drug and alcohol resistance programs
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• Parenting skills training • Parent engagement • Family support programs
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What CDC is Doing CDC is engaging in a variety of efforts to develop strategies to combat substance use and sexual risk behaviors among teens. Some efforts include:
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• Conducting further analysis of existing data from the YRBS, School Health Policies and Practices Study (SHPPS), and School Health Profiles (Profiles). • Improving YRBS questions pertaining to prescription opioids and other substances. • Conducting a three-year demonstration project called Teens Linked to Care (TLC). The project is supported by the Hilton Foundation and the CDC Foundation, and assesses the ability of rural communities to integrate substance use prevention and sexual risk prevention program activities in school-based settings.
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of the Surgeon General, Facing Addiction in America: The Surgeon General’s Report on Alcohol, Drugs, and Health . Washington, DC: HHS, November 2016. Clayton, H. B., Lowry, R., August, E., & Jones, S. E. (2016). Nonmedical use of prescription drugs and sexual risk behaviors. Pediatrics, 137(1), e20152480. Cavazos-Rehg, P. A., Krauss, M. J., Spitznagel, E. L., Schootman, M., Cottler, L. B., & Bierut, L. J. (2011). Number of sexual partners and associations with initiation and intensity of substance use. AIDS and Behavior, 15(4), 869-874. Lowry, R., Holtzman, D., Truman, B. I., Kann, L., Collins, J. L., & Kolbe, L. J. (1994). Substance use and HIV-related sexual behaviors among US high school students: are they related?. American Journal of Public Health, 84(7), 1116-1120. Kann, L., McManus, T., Harris, W. A., Shanklin, S. L., Flint, K. H., Hawkins, J., ... Zaza, S. (2016). Youth risk behavior surveillance — United States, 2015. MMWR Surveillance Summary, 65(6):1-174. Hawkins, J. D., Catalano, R. F., & Miller, J. Y. (1992). Risk and protective factors for alcohol and other drug problems in adolescence and early adulthood: implications for substance abuse prevention. Psychological bulletin, 112(1), 64-105. Cavazos-Rehg, P. A., Krauss, M. J., Spitznagel, E. L., Schootman, M., Cottler, L. B., & Bierut, L. J. (2012). Brief report: pregnant by age 15 years and substance use initiation among US adolescent girls. Journal of Adolescence, 35(5), 1393-1397.
• Researching the topic of teen substance use and its association with a variety of risks and behaviors.
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• Conducting an analysis of local and state policies on teen substance use prevention.
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Published 04/14/2017
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