Author name: Arthur Martinez

By TJJD Communications — This semester, 21 Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) youth successfully completed and passed college-level coursework through a partnership with Jarvis Christian University […]

By TJJD Communications — At the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD), treatment is a structured, integrated approach designed to address the complex behavioral, emotional, educational,

By TJJD Communications — For William A. Carter II, Chief Juvenile Probation Officer for Lubbock County, helping young people find a better path is a mission that he

By TJJD Communications — For Darryl Anderson, leadership in juvenile justice is rooted in service, accountability, and helping others build better futures.  As the Facility

By TJJD Communications — Advancing Innovation and Collaboration Across Juvenile Justice  Throughout the quarter, Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) staff participated in several state and national conferences,

How TJJD and UTMB Are Advancing Youth Mental Health Practices  By TJJD Communications, in collaboration with Scott LePor, TJJD Medical Director  In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month,

Local professionals and organizations join forces to guide the next generation  By TJJD Communications, in collaboration with Fernando Rodriguez, Chief Juvenile Probation Officer Zapata County —

By Kimberly Glaudy, TJJD Staff Wellness Program Manager  The Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) Staff Wellness Program is built on the premise that while we are dedicated to

A New Statewide Screening Tool  By TJJD Communications — On April 1, 2026, the Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) became the first agency in Texas

Introducing TJJD’s New Texas Model Managers  By TJJD Communications — Across Texas, juvenile justice has undergone a transformation grounded in research, safety, and the belief that young people

By TJJD Communications — During Spring Break 2026, the 36th Judicial District Juvenile Probation Department—which includes Aransas, Bee, Live Oak, McMullen, and San Patricio County—reimagined what community service

By TJJD Communications — Every youth served by the juvenile justice system deserves a real chance of success. That means accountability for past behaviors, but also skill building, support, and