The Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Program for the Arlington Independent School District has as its mission to support programs that prevent violence in and around schools; prevent the illegal use of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs; involve parents; and coordinate with related federal, state and community efforts and resources to promote safe and drug-free schools and communities. Further, the Arlington Independent School District works to develop, implement and enhance educational programs of violence and drug prevention, early intervention, and rehabilitation referral in elementary and secondary schools (including private nonprofit school children and teachers) who are assured equitable participation in the purposes and benefits of the Safe and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Program.