[Introduction of a school-based intervention method targeted for drug using students. Barriers related to the...

The aim of the study was to analyse the process of implementing a school-based intervention method, for drug using students and barriers, related to the parent-school co-operation, impeding this process. Data were collected during the qualitative evaluation of the intervention implementation into 11 schools representing various educational levels and local communities. Results indicate that in 6 schools at least some of proposed system modifications were implemented and in 7 schools teachers used key elements of the intervention method while solving problems related to students' conduct or drug use. The teachers' attitude and expectations related to the idea of family-school co-operation were important from the very beginning of the programme implementation - at the stage of establishing a sense of urgency of the change. In proceeding stages, good communication and openness in parent-school contacts were crucial for the programme effectiveness. These were also a source of positive reinforcement for the people involved.