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Saving a child "piece by piece"
Communication between all invested stakeholders is essential to the development of children. Each of us possess a critical puzzle piece in identifying the complete picture of a teen. By assembling all of these pieces, we are able to better identify a child who may be struggling or who may fall victim to a crisis. These indicators are in front of us, but often so difficult to see until we know what to look for. As such, these poor lifestyle choices may be hidden right in front of us.
Hidden High and Hammered grew from the Mock Teen Room. Stash devices (Hidden) are shown to illustrate commonplace items meant to deceive and conceal. Marijuana and its associated paraphernalia (High) are exhibited to showcase THC in its current forms. Also included are vapes, vape paraphernalia, CBD products, and products/logos indicative of the drug culture. Alcohol products (Hammered) marketed toward younger demographics are presented. The demonstration culminates with a challenge to identify items in a game of “Booze or No Booze.”
Working with teens has afforded me the opportunity to learn the products marketed toward kids. My goal is to educate parents, teachers, and concerned adults of the behavioral signs to look for and the products designed to encourage poor lifestyle choices.
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Dr. Beth J. Sanborn
“Dr. Beth J Sanborn is the School Safety Coordinator for Montgomery County (PA). Prior to that she joined the Lower Gwynedd Police force in 1997 and served as a Patrol Officer. In 2015, she served as her department’s first School Resource Officer (SRO) and assumed responsibility for all juvenile cases, earning her the rank of Juvenile Detective until August 2022. Beth proudly retired from policing in September 2023 when she assumed the role as School Safety Coordinator.
She also serves as a Co-Chair with the Montgomery County Office of Children and Youth Citizens Advisory Committee; and volunteers for Mission Kids Child Advocacy Center.
Beth sits on the executive board for PASRO, the Pennsylvania Association of School Resource Officers, and is an instructor for NASRO, the National Association of School Resource Officers.
She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and Sociology from Widener University, her Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from St. Joseph’s University, and her Doctoral Degree in Public Administration from West Chester University. Her Doctoral dissertation is entitled “School Resource Officers as Mentor/Counselors, Including Levels of Intervention”.
Along with her research team, their research project, “Measuring the Strategic Fit of the School Resource Officers with Law Enforcement (Leaders), the Education System, the Community, and Other Interested Parties” has achieved National attention. Dr Sanborn’s book, “The Missing Piece: Your School Resource Officer as an Ally in Parenting” is available on Amazon.
In the Media
It takes a village to keep kids safe. I have been fortunate enough to have the support of multiple media outlets to help share this message with parents and the community. These clips, interviews with NBC10 Philadelphia’s Katy Zachry and FOX 29 Philadelphia’s Jason Martinez and Shiba Russell, highlight how we can all work together to understand and recognize a child in crisis. By working together with the goal of offering help, not focusing on the stigmas of mental health and substance abuse, we can ensure our kids have the resources available to succeed.
My efforts have also been featured on 93.3 WMMR on the Preston and Steve Show as well as on CBS Philly. Click here to view my other stories with NBC10 Philadephia.
A Leader in Schools
I have spoken at a number of school districts about the importance of identifying poor lifestyle choices among students. By informing administrators, teachers, guidance counselors, school board members, and parents about changes to look for, we can help identify a child who may be in crisis. I talk about which invested stakeholders to include in the important conversations about our kids.
“Hidden High and Hammered was an incredibly informative presentation. Dr. Sanborn has a wealth of knowledge that she shared with staff, families, and our school community. The presentation was one of the most valuable offerings we provided our families! We will continue our engagement and look forward to Dr. Sanborn connecting with our school district community again.”
-School District Superintendent
FAQ
Who are your programs for?
The target audience includes parents, teachers, social services providers, law enforcement, and any other group of adults who are invested in the success of our children.
Can I bring my children to your presentations?
No. My programs are for a 21+ audience.
How do you offer your programming?
I am willing to work with you and your needs. I can present in person as a standalone event; I can present as a keynote or plenary speaker, conference style; I can present virtually with a professionally produced video; or I can combine services and presentations to meet the needs of your community.
May I record your presentations?
No. Recordings are not permitted. Photographs are permitted. Use of photographs requires proper citation and credit to Hidden, High, & Hammered LLC.
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