Parents may think they’d recognize the signs of drug or alcohol use in their kids, but the reality is far more complicated. Today’s guest has spent decades uncovering what families, schools, and even communities often miss.

In this episode of The Sound Off on School Safety, Michele talks with Jermaine “Tall Cop” Galloway, a nationally recognized expert on substance trends and prevention, about what’s really happening inside our schools — and how schools and communities need to adapt to the rising dangers.. From vapes and concealment tactics to the deeper issue of how we build safe environments, Jermaine challenges us to pay attention to what’s right in front of us.

In this conversation:

• Why vaping is changing the landscape of school substance use

• The most common blind spots parents and educators face

• How “culture over gadgets” applies to prevention and safety

• Practical ways adults can talk with kids and spot early warning signs

• Why community engagement is the key to keeping schools safe

👉 Listen now to hear how Jermaine Galloway is helping parents and schools move beyond assumptions and build safer, stronger communities.

Guest Links:

Tall Cop official site:

https://www.tallcopsaysstop.com/

Tall Cop on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TallCopSaysStop

Tall Cop Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5E7sEXTbZ4QkERzgUBJ3BH?si=705f3497dfe8407c&nd=1&dlsi=ce4a31527c1f4eac

Show Links:

Safe and Sound Schools:

https://safeandsoundschools.org

Connect with Michele:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/michele-gay/

Donate to support Safe and Sound Schools:

https://safe-and-sound-schools.web.app/

Visit https://safeandsoundschools.org to explore resources, tools, and more ways to take action in your school community.