The D.A.R.E. Unit of the Cincinnati Police Department is inviting you and your youth, ages 6 through 12, to attend the Opening Ceremony of the 23rd D.A.R.E. International Training Conference on July 20, 2010.

Participating groups must arrive at the Duke Energy Center by 8:30AM on the above listed date. All youth participants and chaperones must attend the Kick International Presentation (a Kick Boxing Demonstration) from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, the Retro Bill Presentation (The Official D.A.R.E. Safety Buddy) from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, and the Opening Ceremony of the 23rd D.A.R.E. International Training Conference from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM.

Lunch will be provided and youth will receive a t-shirt and/or a backpack as part of their participation. There is not a cost to attend.

Groups wishing to participate are encouraged to respond early. Seating is limited. They must submit the required information by email to William.Bell@cincinnati-oh.gov or fax it to 513 352 4870 by July 8, 2010. “Opening Ceremony” should be the subject of the email or fax.

Transportation to and from the Duke Energy Center is the responsibility of the participating group. The D.A.R.E. Unit of the Cincinnati Police Department is unable provide transportation.

For additional information, please feel free to contact me by phone at 513 352 3514. We look forward to sharing the experience with you and your group.