Have K.O.D. come to your School

Through the use of Hip-Hop culture, interactive presentations, and local celebrities, K.O.D. programs are powerful tools to help youth learn and build skills. All programs are free to schools and participants.

Our goals:

  • Educate youth about drugs and their effects on physical and mental health.

  • Highlight risky behaviors associated with substance use and its consequences.

  • Equip youth with resistance and refusal skills to navigate peer pressure.

  • Enhance communication and negotiation skills for effective interactions.

  • Explore the intersections of history, race, and culture in substance abuse.

  • Foster prevention self-efficacy skills to empower youth to make informed choices.

Each K.O.D. school program includes the following:

  • No-cost grab-and-go lunch for participants and staff

  • A high-energy DJ

  • Substance use and prevention PowerPoint presentation

  • Materials for all activities

  • Giveaways for all students

Program DetailS

We offer three K.O.D. activities for schools to choose from: Tiny Desk, Juice and Paint, and Versuz Battle. Each activity creates opportunities for young people to express themselves creatively and share their experiences. Click the

to see program details.

TINY DESK

A platform for young musicians to perform and share their original music in an intimate setting, reminiscent of NPR's “Tiny Desk Concerts.” Tiny Desk provides a stage for youth to express themselves through music, conveying their stories and perspectives on substance use and life experiences.

Juice & PAINT

Participants engage in a creative session where they can explore their artistic talents while enjoying refreshing juices. Through painting, youth can express their emotions, thoughts, and experiences related to substance use in a supportive environment.

Versuz BATTLE

An energetic competition where participants showcase their lyrical skills through rap battles, inspired by the spirit of Hip-Hop culture. Versuz Battle fosters self-expression, confidence, and camaraderie among youth, promoting positive outlets for self-esteem and identity development.

Important Information for SchoolS

  • K.O.D. programs have a limit of 160 students and require a staff-student ratio of 1 adult for every 25 students.

  • Programs last two hours.

  • Schools must provide:

    • A space where students and staff can move freely. The gym and cafeteria are great options!

    • Tables, chairs, waste receptacles

    • Water

    • Wi-Fi

    • Projector screen

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