T.E.A.M. (Teaching, Educating, And Mentoring) is a school-based law related education program taught by specially trained officers. Unlawful and youthful risk taking behavior is addressed in this program, with lessons on the laws and consequences that commonly effect students. T.E.A.M. has replaced the D.A.R.E. program in Dexter, Lincoln, Willow Run, and Ypsilanti School Districts in Washtenaw County.

T.E.A.M. Curriculum Summary
Teaching Education And Mentoring
School Liaison Program

Elementary School Curriculum
30 Minute Lesson
Twelve lessons that focus primarily on safety.

Grades: 
Kindergarten/First/Second

Lesson 1:  I Know My "Big 5" Safety Rules

Designed to help acquaint the students with some very basic safety rules.

Lesson 2:  What is "911?"

Designed to make students aware of how and when to call for help.  Through an interactive exercise, the concept of using a telephone to dial the 911 emergency operator will be practiced.

Lesson 3:  Someone Special, Someone Safe - That's Me!

Designed to provide information to the students on traffic, bicycle, and pedestrian safety.

Lesson 4:  I Have a Plan

Designed to assist students learn important fire safety habits that can protect them.

Lesson 5:  Let's Learn About Gun Safety

Designed to provide young people with important gun safety rules.

Lesson 6:  Computers and You

Designed to provide students with a better understanding of how a computer works and it's purpose.

Grades: 
Third/Fourth/Fifth

Lesson 1:  Why Do We Have Rules and Laws?

Designed to help familiarize students with their basic rights and discuss safety awareness by understanding the importance of rules and laws.

Lesson 2:  I Will Stay Safe

Designed to provide the students with information concerning safety and how to avoid dangerous situations.

Lesson 3:  Drugs Are Dangerous

Designed to provide students with the necessary information about how drugs can harm them.

Lesson 4:  Fire Safety is Important to Me

Designed to provide students with positive information concerning fire safety.

Lesson 5:  Let's Stop and Think About Gun Safety

Designed to provide students with key gun safety rules, as well as help them develop anti-victim prevention strategies.

Lesson 6:  The Internet: Stay Safe and Have Fun

Designed to provide students with information that the internet is a fun and educational tool, but can also be very dangerous.

Middle School Curriculum
45 Minute Lesson
Seven lessons that help students recognize danger
and the consequences of unlawful and youthful
risk-taking behavior.

Grades: 
Sixth/Seventh/Eighth

Lesson 1:  Laws and Rules - What is the Difference

Designed to improve the citizenship skills of students by understanding the rule of law in society and how laws pervade their daily living.

Lesson 2:  Crime and the Community

Designed to help teens recognize crime.  Students will look at under-utilized crime prevention and community building resources.

Lesson 3:  Being Safe Means Recognizing Danger

Designed to bring awareness regarding personal safety issues so the student will recognize risks and the potential consequences of risks.

Lesson 4:  Violence Does Not Belong in My School

Designed to help educate students on the cause and effect of violence and the seriousness of gangs.  Also includes learning skills necessary for constructively handling conflict.

Lesson 5:  Fire Prevention Begins with Me

Designed to increase the student's knowledge regarding fire prevention.  Students will learn how to apply problem-solving skills to identify risks and consequences of playing with fire.

Lesson 6:  Gun Safety We Can Live With

Designed to help students recognize that the misuse of weapons can cause serious injury or death.  Law and legal requirements regarding weapons will also be addressed.

Lesson 7:  Safety in Cyberspace

Designed to help students learn that the Internet is a fun and educational tool, but to use common sense as it can be very dangerous.  Laws affecting Internet use will also be addressed.

High School Curriculum
45 Minute Lesson
Nine lessons are designed to educate young adults
on issues that can affect them.

Grades: 
Ninth/Tenth/Eleventh/Twelfth

Lesson 1:  Understanding Law Enforcement

Designed to provide a realistic picture of the roles and responsibilities of law enforcement officers at federal, state, and local levels.

Lesson 2:  The Law and You

Designed to educate the students with practical application of constitutional law and the importance of a democratic society.  Instruction will also address important legal issues for young people.

Lesson 3:  Problem Solving - Gangs and Violence

Designed to provide a realistic look at what causes young people to get angry.  This lesson also looks at ways to resolve conflict and develop problem-solving skills.  A legal look at gangs, and Drug and Weapon Free School Zones will also be discussed.

Lesson 5:  Understanding the Court System

Designed to provide the students with an educational lecture on the roles and functions of the court system.  Interactive exercises will include various hypothetical court cases allowing the class to actively participate.

Lesson 6:  Plain Facts about Fire:  Facing the Consequences

Designed to provide fire safety education, develop fire-safe behavior, and avoid participation in fire play.  Students will discuss fire situations and fire evacuation plans.

Lesson 7:  Gun Safety Begins with You

Designed to introduce students to state and federal gun laws, as well as the significance of gun safety prevention.  Students will develop solutions in regard to illegal firearms and unintentional deaths.

Lesson 8:  Responsible Internet Use

Designed to educate students on personal protection awareness regarding the Internet.  Laws that affect Internet use will also be discussed.

Lesson 9:  A Relationship Is No Place For Violence

Designed to provide knowledge of the extent, causes, and solutions of domestic and dating violence.  Laws that affect domestic and dating violence are addressed.