Surry County Opioid Response Effort

05/27/2026

Don't forget to join us tonight at the Charles H. Stone Library for a wonderful conversation about substance use in your community Pilot Mountain! We want to hear from you!! East Surry High SchoolSurry on the GoFirst United Methodist Church Pilot MountainFirst Baptist Church of Pilot MountainPilot Mountain Middle SchoolPilot Mountain Elementary SchoolTown of Pilot MountainFirst Presbyterian Church Pilot Mountain NCWhitaker's ChapelFriendly Chapel Church

05/22/2026

Please join us for a discussion related to substance use in Surry County.

05/15/2026

As part of Mental Health Awareness Month we will be providing different resources, articles, and information about mental health. Please take a moment to read Tips for Talking About Your Mental Health from Brown University's Blog Team's "Be Well." East Surry High SchoolSurry on the GoMount Airy City SchoolsSurry Central High SchoolNorth Surry High School-OfficialElkin High SchoolElkin City SchoolsMeadowview Magnet Middle SchoolGentry Middle SchoolCMS Hornets

Your mental health is key to your overall health and when your mental or emotional state is making it difficult for you to manage stress, relationships, or everyday responsibilities, it’s time to talk to someone.

05/14/2026

Please join us!

05/14/2026

Way to go!! Great job!!

Congratulations to Counseling & Mental Health 2 students for passing their AAFCS Family & Human Services Credential!

05/12/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a great reminder of just how important emotional well-being is and how healthy coping skills matter for kids and families alike. Mental health isn’t just about managing feelings; it plays a powerful role in how kids cope with stress, make decisions, and avoid risky behaviors like underage drinking.
Through our work helping kids stay alcohol- and substance-free, we truly believe that conversations make a difference. Talking openly about mental health is a big part of those conversations. The need for more information about mental health is clear for both kids and parents.

According to Responsibility.org’s 2025 Parents and Kids Survey,

59% of kids say they worry about stress or anxiety, and

44% have worried about their mental health.

Parents are feeling it too, with more than three out of four parents saying they’re worried about their child’s stress, anxiety, mental health, and emotional well-being. East Surry High SchoolSurry on the GoMount Airy City Schools@followersSurry Central High SchoolSurry County Health and Nutrition CenterNorth Surry High School-OfficialChildren's Center of Northwest North CarolinaPilot Mountain Middle SchoolCMS HornetsMeadowview Magnet Middle SchoolGentry Middle School

05/08/2026

Recent research confirms that over half of U.S. adolescents (ages 12–17) are exposed to alcohol marketing while engaging in daily activities, such as browsing the internet or streaming video. This high exposure rate is linked to increased or accelerated alcohol use among teenagers.

The "Normalizing" Effect:
These ads often portray alcohol as a normal, positive part of social life, which influences teens' perceptions and increases the likelihood of them initiating or binge-drinking.

What Can Be Done??

Increased Vigilance
Parental Monitoring:
Greater parental supervision is associated with lower exposure to online alcohol advertising.
Digital Literacy:
Experts advise educating teenagers on how to identify and critically evaluate marketing tactics. This issue is increasingly considered a major public health concern, particularly as social media continues to blur the lines between content and advertising. East Surry High SchoolSurry on the GoMount Airy City SchoolsSurry Central High SchoolNorth Surry High School-OfficialChildren's Center of Northwest North CarolinaPilot Mountain Middle SchoolMeadowview Magnet Middle SchoolGentry Middle SchoolCMS Hornets

05/08/2026

📢 We want to hear from YOU! Surry County Office of Substance Abuse Recovery is hosting a Community Feedback Forum at the Charles H. Stone Library in Pilot Mountain, NC, at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, to discuss substance use in Surry County, and YOUR VOICE IS ESSENTIAL!!! (See the flyer for details)

Whether you’re a parent, a person in recovery, a healthcare professional, or a concerned neighbor, we want to hear your thoughts on how we can better support our community. What’s working? What’s missing? Help us shape the future of our local services. East Surry High SchoolPilot Mountain Middle SchoolSurry on the GoTown of Pilot MountainFirst United Methodist Church Pilot MountainFirst Baptist Church of Pilot MountainFirst Presbyterian Church Pilot Mountain NCFriendly Chapel ChurchWhitaker's ChapelPilot Mountain Elementary School

05/04/2026

The Real Drug Talk - A Song for Charlie series for parents and adults who support youth is extremely informative. It provides the latest drug trends along with strategies on how we have this conversation with youth whether they are your kids or just someone you support. East Surry High SchoolSurry on the GoMount Airy City SchoolsNorth Surry High School-OfficialSurry Central High SchoolElkin High SchoolPilot Mountain Middle SchoolChildren's Center of Northwest North CarolinaMount Airy Police DepartmentTown of Pilot MountainMeadowview Magnet Middle School

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05/04/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚, and it's a powerful reminder that we don't have to carry the weight of "not-so-good" days alone. This year’s theme is "More Good Days, Together," and it’s a great reminder that healing is a community effort. Whether it’s checking in on a friend, taking a mental health day, or finally reaching out for support, every small step counts. You are not alone, and your mental health matters just as much as your physical health. Let’s make this month about breaking the stigma and supporting one another.💚 What’s one small thing you’re doing for your mental well-being today? Surry High SchoolSurry on the GoMount Airy City SchoolsSurry Central High SchoolNorth Surry High School-OfficialChildren's Center of Northwest North CarolinaPilot Mountain Middle SchoolCMS HornetsMeadowview Magnet Middle SchoolGentry Middle School