the risks are real:
The truth about fentanyl
& fake pills
A free, interactive, national virtual school assembly
for students in grades 7–12.
Broadcast LIVE from Nashville, TN – site of the Rx Summit!
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM (CT) [12 PM ET; 10 AM PT]
This program is made possible with the support of Walmart.
Don’t miss this opportunity to educate your students on illicit fentanyl & fake pills
A 60-minute, Interactive, virtual school assembly
for students grades 7-12Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00 AM (Central Time)
12PM Noon (ET); 10AM (PT)Live-streamed into classrooms nation-wide from Nashville, TN – site of the Rx Summit
Engaging interactive content including a Kahootâ„¢ quiz with a chance to win prizes*
Hear from experts in medical, recovery, and law enforcement
Student reporters and panelists give the peer perspective
Nearly 70% of all drug poisonings and overdose deaths in 2023 involved synthetic opioids,
primarily fentanyl.
— DEA.gov resources on synthetic opioids
By bringing this program into your classroom, you are giving students the knowledge and tools they need to make safe, informed choices.
What to expect
Expert voices
Doctors, EMTs, and prevention specialists share facts, stories, and strategies.
Student voices
Student Reporters from across the U.S. highlight prevention efforts in their schools & communities. Honest conversations about what students really know and what they need.
Resources
Resources for before, during, and after the program to support your students and guide discussion including suggested post-program activities and prevention resources.
the risks are real: The truth about fentanyl & fake pills
Interested in becoming a coalition partner or sponsor? Please contact Tricia Raynard at traynard@therendongroup.com.
Join schools nationwide in taking part in this critical program.
Registration is free and simple.
After registering, you will receive regular program updates, access to educational materials, and a link to the livestream prior the event.