The purpose of the TUPE program is to reduce youth tobacco use by helping young people make healthful tobacco-related decisions through tobacco-specific educational instruction and activities that build knowledge as well as social skills and youth development assets. Collaboration with community-based tobacco control programs is an integral part of program planning. The school, parents, and the larger community must be involved in the program so that students will be aware of a cohesive effort and concern for their health and, consequently, their ability to succeed in school.

On March 7, 2005, Victor DeNoble addressed the Calvine High School students and staff about his experiences as a research scientist for the Phillip Morris Company. His discussion centered around his lab results proving nicotene as an addictive drug and his resulting testimony to the United States Congress.

Victor DeNoble discusses his life as a research scientist for Phillip Morris Company.
	Calvine Staff and students listen attentively to information about the tobacco industry.

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