IMPACT Marijuana Prevention Program

Empowering a whole community to protect students from substance use.

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Changing Minds, Improving Lives

Panaptic’s evidence-based marijuana prevention program and engaging online platform enable academic communities to come together to help students make smart choices through connection and communication—not just discipline.

We empower our educators and parents

with science and skills for having more meaningful conversations with teens.

We dispel myths of modern-day marijuana

being harmless, and share strategies for opening up a dialogue about a topic that can be tough to talk about.

We educate using scientific facts

paired with real-life conversation, challenging students to think, listen, and shift their perceptions about marijuana.

We unite the school community

to change minds and improve lives—because it truly works.

Whether you’ve had a disciplinary event at your school or have seen marijuana become more available and accepted—marijuana use can harm your school and the well-being of your students. We help schools get in front of this problem to empower students to make smart choices.

Sarah Ferraro Cunningham, Psy.D. & Richard Von Feldt, Psy.D., Founders

How it works

Empowering communities and individuals to make informed choices, our substance use prevention solutions encompass various substances, including marijuana, alcohol, opioids, vaping, and tobacco. We understand that the landscape of substance use is diverse, so our programs are designed to address a wide range of challenges.

Instructional Design

Our effective instructional design provides learners with clear, engaging, and accessible content that maximizes comprehension and retention. Our design not only ensures that information is delivered effectively but also promotes a more engaging and impactful learning experience.

Accessible Digital Format

Available via desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device, our marijuana prevention program can be accessed wherever and whenever community members can find time. Say goodbye to paper curriculum and hello to harnessing the power of technology for accessibility.

Track Effectiveness + Engagement

Educational institutions can monitor program results throughout the academic year, and view learner progress and completion in real-time.

Self-Paced Learning

Students, families, and educators can learn at their own pace, and keep access to the programs throughout the academic year, even after completion.

Program Benefits

Assess Effectiveness

IMPACT offers brief pre- and post-course assessments for schools to monitor program effectiveness during the academic year.

Tailored Programs

Our programs are tailored to the interests and needs of families and faculty to ensure effective prevention efforts that reach the entire community.

Best Practices

We offer best practices for fostering productive prevention conversations at home and enhancing confidence and skills when discussing cannabis and substance use with teens.

Empowering Educators

Our program provides educators and faculty with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to engage in brief conversations with students—with a significant impact.

Interactive Family and Educator Support

IMPACT’s interactive programs support the academic community by sharing scientific research about cannabis’s impact on teen brain development, academic achievement, emotional wellness, and life outcomes.

What People Are Saying About IMPACT

“Working with Richard and Sarah has been a wonderful experience. They are both very accommodating and willing to help support teachers, students, and community members with the IMPACT program. My middle school students found this program to be very user-friendly, full of relevant information, and a nice change of pace from the ‘normal’ health class experience. I highly recommend this program to any educator looking to upgrade their health curriculum.

Jon Wallet, PE Teacher, Rutland Middle School

Expanding Our Horizons

With a strong foundation in marijuana prevention in schools, we’ve broadened our scope to encompass a wider spectrum of prevention efforts, addressing various drugs and alcohol-related issues. Our commitment stems from the demand of communities we’ve collaborated with in the past who wish to extend our expertise beyond marijuana prevention and into other crucial areas of prevention.

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