We are pleased to announce that on Monday, November 3, 2025, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Green Island
Union Free School District is hosting a special event for parents and guardians at Heatly School.
Our keynote speaker is Stephen Hill, a renowned national speaker on mental health and substance
use prevention with a truly inspiring comeback story that everyone must hear.
Stephen is the founder of Speak Sobriety, a young person in recovery, bestselling author, recovery
coach, and a defense attorney. He has presented in front of thousands of people for over 1,000
schools and coalitions across the country, sharing his cautionary tale of addiction to recovery and
beyond.
Through sharing his lived experience, Stephen empowers parents and guardians to guide their
children in leading healthy, substance-free lives by demonstrating the importance of mindfully
building a life worth defending. His powerful message will leave our community better educated
on mental health and substance use prevention, providing practical tools and coping skills to
navigate challenges, and fostering a deeper understanding of the ripple effect—how our actions
influence and impact the well-being of others.
Stephen will also be speaking with our students during the school day. This is a unique opportunity
for parents and guardians to use Stephen’s story as a platform to engage in meaningful
conversations on substance use prevention and mental health with their children.
This event is free and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you there!