Double Charged: The True Co$t Of Juvenile Justice
You might think the cost of juvenile incarceration and rehabilitation is covered by taxpayers and state budgets. But increasingly, a portion of those costs is being passed on to families.
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What Does Positive Discipline Look Like?
With the Federal government setting new guidelines that discourage zero-tolerance policies, schools are using all kinds of new systems when kids misbehave. One approach gaining traction across the country is called PBIS – Positive Behavioral Interventions and Support.
Long Beach School Lunch Unhealthy & Unappetizing? Not Anymore.
After the Californians for Justice campaign began, the school district has made numerous efforts to improve their food. David Zito said this year the school has removed all pork products from the meals and now uses more turkey meat, instead.
Being An Atheist In A Christian Family
Eighty seven percent of black people in America are religious, but I’m not one of them. Like your typical black…
From Classroom to Courtroom: California Students Sue the Schools
A landmark lawsuit over the issue, Vergara v. California, came down to one final day of arguments in March. Nine student plaintiffs from around the state testified that tenure hurts students, while teachers testified that it’s an important job protection.
Ballet Is A Sport Too
Despite practicing for at least 12 hours a week, nine months a year for the last four years, my sport…
Underage And Undercover: Meet The Teen Vice Squad
Over 100 teenagers in California spent a recent Saturday asking adults to buy them alcohol. An outbreak of underage drinking? Nope– just the opposite. These kids gave up their time to serve as Youth Decoys in the middle of a sting.
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Aromantic
When it comes to romantic relationships, I don’t have any interest in pursuing them.
Understanding My Jewish Identity
I am a Jewish person, but not a very religious one. As I got older I started to look for…