Contra Costa County Office of Education

About

The purpose of our substance use prevention education efforts is to prevent or reduce student use of tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, and other drugs, and to address addiction through evidence-informed instruction and activities that build knowledge, social skills, and youth development assets.

The Contra Costa County Office of Education provides technical assistance to school districts to develop and implement effective, comprehensive tobacco education programs. Support provided to local education agencies (LEAs) includes:

Assistance with the tobacco-free school certification process.
Technical assistance for comprehensive substance use prevention education programs, including curriculum, intervention, and youth development.
Support strategies to eliminate substance use-related disparities within the county.
Encouragement and support for cessation efforts by students and school staff.
Countywide professional development for educators and support staff.
Planning educational and engagement opportunities for parents and families.
Support for California Healthy Kids Survey (CHKS) administration, data analysis, and communication.
Coordination of the countywide TUPE Collaborative for districts, direct-funded charters, and community partners.

Our County Office TUPE team also provides direct services to students in our County Office programs, including Marchus, Mt. McKinley, and Golden Gate Community Schools.

Participating Tupe CONSORTIUM districts

Participating schools include middle, high, and non-traditional (continuation/alternative) school sites.

Antioch Unified School District
Brentwood Union School District
Mt. Diablo Unified School District
West Contra Costa Unified School District

Flowchart for Intended Audiences Direct Services Providers and TUPE Collaborative Members

Click on image above to view the Contra Costa TUPE Network Flowchart.

Program VideoS

2025 FNL Sizzle Reel

Substance use prevention Collaborative

Our Substance Use Prevention Collaborative in Contra Costa County is a dynamic partnership of school staff, students, parents, County Health officials, and community organizations. Together, we lead and manage comprehensive, school-based prevention initiatives focused alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, and other substances that impact youth health and well-being. Our collaborative meets regularly to explore emerging trends, share updates from participating organizations, and engage with experts in substance use prevention—ensuring our efforts remain informed, responsive, and impactful.

If you are interested in joining our Substance Use Prevention Collaborative, contact us to be added to our email list and to receive information about upcoming meetings.

Team Members

Email: TUPE@cccoe.k12.ca.us

TITLE	NAME
Program Manager	Emily Justice
Intervention Specialist	Marissa Frias
Youth Development Specialist	Derrick Kirk
Youth Development Specialist	Evelynn Marin
Administrative Assistant	Leslie Holst