November 18, 2004 is Great American Smoke Out Day, a nationally recognized event that challenges people to stop using tobacco and raises awareness around the many healthy ways to quit smoking. Johnston County schools have been asked to participate by creating a paper chain. Students and staff will write a statement and connect them together, indicating their commitment to not smoke. Students and staff may also make a chain to commit to quit smoking. The objective is to get as many people involved in the Great American Smoke Out Day as possible. The Great American Smoke Out was established in 1971 when Massachusetts resident Arthur P. Mullaney asked people to give up smoking for a day and to donate money. "We thank all of those who support our efforts to create and maintain safe and drug-free schools in Johnston County," said Sway Archible, Student Assistance Program Consultant with the Student Services department.
