Sept. 13, 2025
349. Creating a Drug-Free Future for Students: Featuring Jake White
What if drug prevention could be exciting, empowering, and led by students themselves?
In this episode, Jake White, co-founder of Vive 18, shares his innovative approach to youth drug prevention and mental health awareness. From hosting unforgettable drug-free events to helping students launch their own prevention clubs, Jake has reached thousands of young people with a message of hope and empowerment.
Together we explore the importance of engaging youth in substance use prevention, the role of schools in fostering healthier choices, and how his upcoming Prevention Conference & Cruise is building a nationwide movement.
This conversation offers practical insights for educators, leaders, and communities committed to shaping a generation that thrives without substances.
— #1 New Release, "The Language of Behavior" is NOW Available! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVT32KQ1?&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d18e5a44a6582a22d15ee23193af7bb8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate. Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Bulk Orders: https://www.connectedd.org/bulk-orders —
About Jake White:
Jake White started his first company as a college student doing something that many people said was impossible… throwing giant parties… without any drugs or alcohol. After just a few months he had hundreds of students attending his signature “sober parties”, nationally known sponsors, and media coverage across the U.S… Today, Jake speaks to middle school, high school and college students all over the country to help them make great decisions.They even have the chance to throw their own sober parties, creating a positive peer-to-peer youth movement in their community. When Jake isn’t speaking or throwing parties, he likes to play games and sports with his friends, go on adventures with his wife Emily, or cross off items on his bucket list like going on the Price Is Right! You can learn more about Jake and his prevention platform at vive18.com Free Resources: 5 Ways to Keep Kids Off Drugs, Student Guide to Thrive Without DrugsFollow Jake White:
- Website: www.vive18.com
- Twitter (X):
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/vive18_
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thevive18
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakewhitespeaks/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vive18
— #1 New Release, "The Language of Behavior" is NOW Available! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVT32KQ1?&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d18e5a44a6582a22d15ee23193af7bb8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate. Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Bulk Orders: https://www.connectedd.org/bulk-orders —
