You cannot tell what a person is like on the inside of the heart and mind by looking at the outside of the body, so you must follow these safety CHECK-POINTS all of the time.

1. CHECK FIRST before you go anywhere with anyone (for any reason at any time)! Check with the adult who is in charge of you at the time. If you cannot check, then the answer is NO!
   
2. Adults can get help from other adults. You do not need to help anyone find a lost puppy, unload a truck, etc., unless you Check First.
   
3. Know your full name, address (including state), and telephone number with the area code. Know your parents' names, too.
   
4. If you are separated in a store, Freeze and Yell your parent's or guardian's first and last name. You may ask a clerk or parent with children to go get help for you, but stay where you are.
   
5. If anyone tries to move or hurt you, make sure you scream, kick, fight, and yell, “You're not my dad (or mom)!”
   
6. Use the buddy system; go in groups.
   
7. You are in charge of your body. No one has the right to touch you or talk about your body in a way that is wrong or that makes you feel uncomfortable. Use the Power NO, and then tell someone.
   
8. If you find a gun, do not touch it. Get away from it and tell someone. If a friend wants you to touch or hold a gun, use the Power NO.   Use the Power NO (and Refusal Skills) for bullies, dares, and drugs, too.
   
9. When you are home alone, keep the door locked and closed for everyone. Let the phone ring, use caller ID or the answering machine, or work out a system with your parents so that no one realizes you are home alone.
   
10. When you are on the Internet, keep personal information to yourself! Ask your parents which sites you can visit.
    
11. Be a Kind and Caring Kid! Use non-violent words and actions. 
12. Be a STAR and tell an adult if you think that something is wrong or someone could get hurt.  It is not snitching----it is Responsible Reporting!

Make good choices!

Follow these "CHECK-POINTS" and you'll stay safe!!!