Welcome to the second episode of Cardona's Corner. We have special guests Dr. Michael Cardona, San Marcos CISD Superintendent, Chief Stanridge, and Deputy Anthony Hipolito. Tune in and listen to these professionals discuss the issues arising from substance abuse among young students. Our guests discuss how students and parents should avoid this growing drug issue around Texas. Dr. Cardona discusses the resources available to students, such as counselors and teachers. Officer Hipolito and Chief Stanridge share their experience and knowledge to help parents become more aware and know which signs to look at to keep their kids safe. You won't want to miss this discussion regarding the precautions and warning signs to be able to avoid drug abuse. Don't forget to like and subscribe, so you don't miss upcoming episodes! 

Host: Dr. Rick Fernandez 

Guest: Dr. Michael Cardona 

Guest: Chief Stanridge 

Guest: Deputy Anthony Hipolito 

Timestamps & Show Notes:

(00:00 - 01:50)Introduction / Let's Talk About Drug Problems

(01:51 - 06:47) Understanding Fentanyl at a Macro Level

(06:48 - 11:09) What Do Kids and Parents Need to Be Looking Out For?

(11:10 - 13:16) Inspect What You Expect 

(13:15 - 18:30) Let's Talk About Vaping and THC

(18:31 - 25:29) Let's Solve This Through Relationships

(25:30 - 30:50) How Do We Approach Social Media?

(30:51 - 35:51) Feeling Called To Serve

(35:52 - 38:40) Becoming A Law Enforcement Officer

(38:41 - 40:49) The Best Time To Become A Professional Guardian 

(40:50 - 42:38) Humanize The Badge / Thank you

Welcome to the very first episode of Cardona’s Corner. We have special guests Dr. Michael Cardona, San Marcos CISD Superintendent, and Dr. Kathy Martinez-Prather, Director of The Texas School Safety Center. Tune in and hear some of the innovative procedures and systems being put into place for school safety and how parents can help implement these systems to work effectively. You won’t want to miss these proactive policies that are leading the way for a safer school environment. Don’t forget to like and subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes! 

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