Friday August 14^th, 2009

LA Tries Test to Find Kids Likely to Join Gangs

LOS ANGELES – Gang prevention cop Jeff Norat drives a bunch of sullen teens through the gang–riddled streets of a Los Angeles neighborhood, not because they're in trouble with the law – but so they'll stay out of it.

"These kids are all at risk of joining gangs – look where they live," said Norat, motoring through Boyle Heights where some gangs are in their third generation. "But some kids don't." Read More

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Using Data to Reduce the Drop-Out Rate

Efforts to keep students in school through graduation have always been a high priority for high schools. However, recently finalized NCLB regulations including the requirement that drop–out data be disaggregated–emphasize the need to provide supports for students who are at risk of dropping out. On a more positive note, the strong base of research on the topic provides a roadmap for schools working to decrease drop–out rates.
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Will the Struggling Economy Threaten Our Nation's Youth this Summer?

SEATTLE – Most people believe the economic downturn has led to more gang violence, according to a new national survey released Thursday.

Of adults interviewed at the end of June by Harris Interactive, 71 percent said gang violence among youth is increasing as a result of the current economic climate.

The telephone survey also focused on the root causes of gang violence. Read More

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