By Barbara Kessler, TJJD Communications — Lone Star High School Southeast at Giddings State School celebrated a joyous fall graduation on Oct. 18. The ceremony […]
By David N. Krough, TJJD Communications — This week a contingent from the Ohio Department of Youth Services visited TJJD to learn more about implementing
October 24, 2024 A report by the New York City Department of Investigation found that the populations of two metropolitan juvenile detention facilities were “fundamentally
Report says NYC juvenile facilities have grown more dangerous Read More »
By David N. Krough, TJJD Communications — You’ll notice that while stepping into Amando Bautista’s auto repair shop class that there are no cars, no
Auto mechanic students at Evins get a new view of the future through the VR lens Read More »
October 21, 2024 Louisiana officials expect to put tens of millions of dollars over the next two months into expanding juvenile detention centers that house
Gov. Jeff Landry, lawmakers to spend millions on juvenile detention center expansions Read More »
CNHI News Opinion – October 21, 2024 Not much has changed in the 10 months since our USA TODAY Ohio network journalists exposed troubling problems
In Other Views: Ohio still failing juvenile prisoners Read More »
October 18, 2024 There has been a sharp increase in killings committed by juveniles in the U.S. over recent years, according to the “Trends in
Homicides Committed by Kids are up 65% Read More »
By Barbara Kessler, TJJD Communications — Loud hammering echoed across the shop floor, competing noisily against the power saw’s high-pitched whine as it sliced through
Building skills for a good cause: Casas for CASA Read More »
October 10, 2024 Louisiana’s criminal justice system now treats all 17-year-olds as adults. Lawmakers lowered the age from 18 to curb teen violence, but nearly 70
By Youth Rights Staff, Gainesville campus Youth rights grievance staff and their clerks at TJJD campuses use DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) in daily life to
Youth Rights Grievance staff help youth with DBT skills Read More »
By TJJD Communications — Youth at Ayres Halfway House enjoyed a visit from a special volunteer last week. Kai came to spend time with the
Volunteer gives haircuts and hope Read More »
By David N. Krough, TJJD Communications — Whenever youth or staff have an urgent concern or complaint, they can place an immediate call about it
TJJD’s IRC hotline connects 24/7 for youth and their families Read More »
