CRJU 3600: Critical Reflection #2
During the past few weeks you have learned about adolescents and drug use, policies affecting and
implemented in the juvenile justice system, youth and courts, and youth and incarceration. One topic at
the forefront of discussions about juvenile justice system reform is the school-to-prison pipeline. This
topic has been described as a major social problem that not only affects youth, but negatively impacts
our communities in several ways.
For your second critical reflection paper you will reflect upon the information you have learned and
thoughtfully discuss the problem(s) with the school-to-prison pipeline. (I have provided a few helpful
links to current news articles below). In 2-3 (1.5 spaced, Times New Roman, 12 point font) pages you are
to address the following:
1.) Briefly describe what we mean by “the school-to-prison pipeline” [1 paragraph]
2.) How does this major social issue impact youth and our communities [2-3 paragraphs]
3.) You have learned that the Juvenile Court Act (JCA) was designed to help/support youth who
are involved in the jjs, but youth often fall through the cracks of our system. If you were a
youth worker in the jjs, what would you do to make sure that the components of the JCA are
upheld and effectively address juvenile offenders’ needs (choose two components)? Explain.
[2-3 paragraphs]
4.) Suggest one way that we can effectively address the problem of the school-to-prison
pipeline and divert youth from the jjs. Explain what this would look like in practice. (hint:
you may want to review the PDF document published by The American Federation of
Teachers Racial Equity Task Force). [1-2 paragraphs]
You are required to incorporate two class sources and find two scholarly sources (journal articles. This
does not include books!). Many people did not find or incorporate the requisite number of sources for
the last paper. Incorporating and citing scholarly sources is crucial to making an informed argument. You
will be required to submit your two scholarly articles (PDFs) with your assignment in the D2L Dropbox by
Nov. 7th, 2015, no later than 11:59 pm. Students who fail to incorporate outside sources will lose 5% per
missing source. Late papers will incur a 2% penalty per day.
You must cite and reference using APA format. This includes a cover page and a reference page. You do
not need to include an abstract. Please do not use subtitles. **Please** review the folder in D2L titled,
“Writing Tips.” I provided you with these tips to help you improve your writing (this includes basic
grammar, punctuation, and APA format). Unfortunately, I had to deduct points for simple mistakes. I do
not like doing this so please review these documents carefully so that I can give you the points you
deserve. If you struggle with writing, please attend the Writer’s Studio.
Helpful links:
http://www.truth-out.org/news/item/33188-justice-can-be-served-without-putting-kids-behind-bars
http://reclaimingfutures.org/interrupting-the-school-to-prison-pipeline-through-restorative-justice
http://jacksonville.com/news/schools/2015-10-19/story/study-grief-loss-can-easily-push-female-teensjuvenile-justice-system
https://www.aclu.org/fact-sheet/what-school-prison-pipeline
During the past few weeks you have learned about adolescents and drug use, policies affecting and
implemented in the juvenile justice system, youth and courts, and youth and incarceration. One topic at
the forefront of discussions about juvenile justice system reform is the school-to-prison pipeline. This
topic has been described as a major social problem that not only affects youth, but negatively impacts
our communities in several ways.
For your second critical reflection paper you will reflect upon the information you have learned and
thoughtfully discuss the problem(s) with the school-to-prison pipeline. (I have provided a few helpful
links to current news articles below). In 2-3 (1.5 spaced, Times New Roman, 12 point font) pages you are
to address the following:
1.) Briefly describe what we mean by “the school-to-prison pipeline” [1 paragraph]
2.) How does this major social issue impact youth and our communities [2-3 paragraphs]
3.) You have learned that the Juvenile Court Act (JCA) was designed to help/support youth who
are involved in the jjs, but youth often fall through the cracks of our system. If you were a
youth worker in the jjs, what would you do to make sure that the components of the JCA are
upheld and effectively address juvenile offenders’ needs (choose two components)? Explain.
[2-3 paragraphs]
4.) Suggest one way that we can effectively address the problem of the school-to-prison
pipeline and divert youth from the jjs. Explain what this would look like in practice. (hint:
you may want to review the PDF document published by The American Federation of
Teachers Racial Equity Task Force). [1-2 paragraphs]
You are required to incorporate two class sources and find two scholarly sources (journal articles. This
does not include books!). Many people did not find or incorporate the requisite number of sources for
the last paper. Incorporating and citing scholarly sources is crucial to making an informed argument. You
will be required to submit your two scholarly articles (PDFs) with your assignment in the D2L Dropbox by
Nov. 7th, 2015, no later than 11:59 pm. Students who fail to incorporate outside sources will lose 5% per
missing source. Late papers will incur a 2% penalty per day.
You must cite and reference using APA format. This includes a cover page and a reference page. You do
not need to include an abstract. Please do not use subtitles. **Please** review the folder in D2L titled,
“Writing Tips.” I provided you with these tips to help you improve your writing (this includes basic
grammar, punctuation, and APA format). Unfortunately, I had to deduct points for simple mistakes. I do
not like doing this so please review these documents carefully so that I can give you the points you
deserve. If you struggle with writing, please attend the Writer’s Studio.
Helpful links:
http://www.truth-out.org/news/item/33188-justice-can-be-served-without-putting-kids-behind-bars
http://reclaimingfutures.org/interrupting-the-school-to-prison-pipeline-through-restorative-justice
http://jacksonville.com/news/schools/2015-10-19/story/study-grief-loss-can-easily-push-female-teensjuvenile-justice-system
https://www.aclu.org/fact-sheet/what-school-prison-pipeline