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/capp districts
Participating Tupe/capp districts ![]()
Participating Tupe/capp districts
Participating schools include middle, high, and non-traditional (continuation/alternative) school sites.
- Acalanes Union High School District
- Antioch Unified School District
- Brentwood Union School District
- Byron Union School District
- John Swett Unified School District
- Knightsen Elementary School District
- Liberty Union High School District
- Martinez Unified School District
- Mt. Diablo Unified School District
- Oakley Union Elementary School District
- Pittsburg Unified School District
- San Ramon Valley Unified School District
- West Contra Costa Unified School District
Click on image above to view the Contra Costa TUPE Network Flowchart.
TUPE Program Video
TUPE Program Video![]()
TUPE Program Video
Contra Costa TUPE Collaborative
Contra Costa TUPE Collaborative![]()
Contra Costa TUPE Collaborative
The TUPE (Tobacco Use Prevention Education) 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 not only on tobacco, but also on 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.
TUPE Team Members
TUPE Team Members![]()
TUPE Team Members
Email: TUPE@cccoe.k12.ca.us
| TITLE | NAME |
| Program Manager | Emily Justice |
| Curriculum Specialist | Tiffani Mason |
| Intervention Specialist | Marissa Frias |
| Youth Development Specialist | Derrick Kirk |
| Youth Development Specialist | Evelynn Marin |
| Administrative Assistant | Leslie Holst |
| Administrative Assistant | Chelsea Nakatani |
Resources
Resources![]()
Resources
Visit the state-level California TUPE Website for the latest news, announcements, resources, and partnerships in Tobacco-Use Prevention Education.
Visit the California Friday Night Live Partnership website to learn more about youth development programs implemented across California, serving elementary, middle, and high school-age youth.
Visit the Contra Costa Health website to learn more about alcohol and drug (AOD) prevention for youth.
