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Reducing the High School Dropout Rate

July 1, 2009

This data brief, part of the KIDS COUNT series, outlines strategies for reducing the high school dropout rate.

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Extending Foster Care to Age 21

June 21, 2009

This report offers policymakers a clear and compelling case for supporting foster care youth beyond age 18. It analyzes the outcomes of former foster care kids in 3 states to...

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The Opportunity Passport

June 5, 2009

This report shares select statistics and stories from the Opportunity Passport’s first five years. Readers will learn how the program — developed by the Jim Casey Youth...

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Reducing Unnecessary Delay

June 2, 2009

This report tells how sites eliminated delays in case processing procedures to move juveniles into — and out of —detention more quickly. It shares lessons learned from Casey's...

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Understanding the Maze: If Your Child Has Contact With the Law

May 10, 2009

This question and answer brochure offers a quick summary for parents on how best to navigate the New York City criminal and juvenile justice system to help a justice-involved...

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Racial Equity Impact Assessment

May 10, 2009

This two-page brief hits the highlights for racial change. It tells what a Racial Equity Impact Assessment is, why it’s important, and how decision makers can use this new tool...

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Food for Thought: Building a High-Quality School Choice Market

May 5, 2009

This report looks at the benefits of school choice in low-income, urban neighborhoods having low educational achievement.

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America’s Invisible Children

May 1, 2009

This policy brief sifts through statistics and stereotypes to offer an engaging look at how America’s justice system is failing Latino youth. Readers will learn what various...

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Guiding Sustainable Community Change

May 1, 2009

This guide provides an overview to the concept and the practice of coaching for community change endeavors. It explicitly highlights how coaching differs from other community...

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