Core Measures Survey 2022

The Drug-Free Communities Core Measures Survey is a supplement to the Youth Risk Behavior Survey. The survey measures youth's past 30-day use, perceptions of risk, and perceptions of parental and peer disapproval of tobacco and vape products, alcohol, marijuana, and…

Photovoice 2022: Brave Spaces

April at ACT means one thing: PHOTOVOICE! Our annual Youth Photovoice Contest challenges local youth to promote healthy choices, reimagine public spaces, and celebrate community. This year, we are excited to partner with Queer Connect Bennington to uplift the experiences…

2021 Community Survey Results

ACT's annual Community Survey helps us understand community members' perceptions on youth substance use in Bennington. Adult community members' anonymous feedback informs our work to address this issue for the health and well-being of our community's youth. View this year's…

Sunshine Box: Jewelry-Making

In your October Sunshine Box, you received several different colors of string and a keychain ring to create your very own friendship bracelets or keychains! Follow the links below for instructions on how to make fun and unique patterns with…

Member of the Month: Shannon Barsotti

Shannon Barsotti is the Community Development Director for the Town of Bennington. She manages the Town’s Community Development Block Grant funding and Revolving Loan program, and works with local partners to identify grant opportunities that further community and economic development.…