MEMBERS
Meet Our Members!
MICHAEL STEVENS
Chair
Michael has served as the Tobacco Free Putnam Partnership Chair since 2019. He is the District Lead Counselor for the Putnam County School District. He is a valued member of our community and finds fun and creative solutions to addressing the needs of both our youth and adults.
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Tobacco Treatment Specialist
Lakesha Session
Rita Cianfrocco
Florida Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Doris Carroll
Drug Free Partner
Jennifer (Jenny) Ramos Gagne'
Tobacco Policy Manager
Partnership Facilitator
MEETINGS & EVENTS
The Tobacco Free Putnam Partnership typically meets every other month, on the first Wednesday at 10:30 am. Meetings are open to the public, and guests are welcome! For more information, please contact us at TobaccoFreePutnam@gmail.com.
Meetings will be held Wednesday at 10:30 am - 11:30 pm virtually, via google meet.
October 1, 2025
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ggn-qezn-uhk
Or dial: (US) +1 415-723-2241 PIN: 120 159 474#
February 4, 2026
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/tre-tpvy-xvu
Or dial: (US) +1 402-921-2254 PIN: 276 922 944#
April 1, 2026
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ekd-vexb-acb
Or dial: (US) +1 470-228-1278 PIN: 504 947 286#
Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) meetings are held at Putnam Academy and Interlachen Jr/Sr High School every Friday mornings at 7:45am.
To join in person, please contact us at PutnamSWAT4Life@gmail.com for meeting details. Meetings are open to all students 6-12th grade (or 10-17 years old)!
Agenda Topics:
Tobacco and Vape Free Parks initiatives
Upcoming Anti Tobacco Holidays
Update on local smoking and vaping use rates
YOUTH ADVOCACY
Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT)
SWAT mobilizes and equips youth to protect their generation from the tobacco and vaping industries. Putnam County SWAT members build leadership skills and plan activities to help raise awareness and support for policies that benefit the community.
To learn more or be involved in Putnam County SWAT contact PutnamCountySWAT@gmail.com
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To learn more about SWAT’s work across the state, visit SWATFlorida.com.
SWAT Advisor
Donna Scapellati is the SWAT Advisor for Putnam Academy of Arts and Sciences.
I have been a middle school teacher for 23 years. It has always saddened me to run into past students out in public and find out they smoke. I feel if we can educate students at a young age about the harm of tobacco and vaping, we might see more people decide not to pick it up in the first place. I have been a part of SWAT since I started teaching at Putnam Academy of Arts and Sciences and in that time have learned a great deal and have enjoyed sharing with my students. It develops a bond that will never be broken when you work side-by-side with youth for really good causes. I only wish I had started earlier.
SWAT Club President
My name is Amari Scott, and I am currently an 8th grade student serving as the President of Putnam County SWAT, a leadership role I have proudly held for the past three years. Throughout my time in this position, I have remained dedicated to empowering youth and promoting healthy, tobacco-free lifestyles throughout my community.
As a passionate leader and advocate, I coordinate plans, organize events, and lead outreach efforts to educate my peers about the dangers of tobacco use while encouraging positive choices and strong leadership among young people. I also work with other youth programs and fellow youth leaders to help create initiatives that make a positive impact in schools and across the community.
My consistency, experience, and ongoing commitment reflect my strong leadership and dedication to making a lasting impact. I continue to inspire others to use their voice and take action for a healthier future.
