Fulton County Schools is offering a reward to the student who creates the best anti-vaping video.
The school district is holding a contest for high school students. The challenge: Make a public service announcement to educate others about the dangers of vaping and e-cigarettes.
The maker of the winning video will receive a $500 grant for a school or video broadcast program.
Though it’s illegal for anyone younger than 18 to vape, it’s emerging national trend that poses health risks. The small, easily concealed vape devices heat up to create a inhalable vapor that can contain harmful substances, including nicotine.
A statewide student survey conducted last school year showed that 7 percent of students, or 50,435 students, in sixth through 12th grades had smoked an electronic vapor product in the last 30 days, according to the Georgia Department of Education.
Video submissions are due by May 8, and the winner will be announced May 15.
One thing the video can’t show: The actual act of vaping.
For more information, visit the district's website.
