Rock In Prevention is a youth development organization headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, that addresses issues of bullying, drug use, and other aspects of strong character education. Rock In Prevention was established in 1990 by Pat McManus, a national certified addiction counselor (NCAC).
Over the course of nearly three decades, the program has received endorsements from a number of high profile individuals and organizations, including Nick Nurse, an assistant coach for the Toronto Raptors National Basketball Association (NBA) franchise. Nurse has more than a decade of experience working with the program and has been particularly vocal about the enthusiasm both children and adults can experience when taking part in the unique, musically-driven lesson plans. Coach Nurse also pointed out and praised the organization’s history of training high school age mentors who go on to teach younger children, who view the older kids as role models and strive to be like them. Coach Nick Nurse is a seasoned, winning coach and has won two NBA D League Championships as Head Coach prior to being hired by the Toronto Raptors. Nick has been involved with the Rock Golf Classic for several years and serves on the Rock Honorary Board.
More information regarding Rock In Prevention services can be found online at www.rockinprevention.org.
