QUICK WRITE

Alternative Education Overview:
Juvenile Justice Institutions
(Long-term Locked Facilities)

Lou Denti, Ph.D.
Special Education Program
California State University, Monterey Bay

~ Introduction, Session 6~
Quick Write

Imprisoned youth have been portrayed as “Monsters”. What do you think about this portrayal? Do you think it adequately describes youth in prison?

Do you believe locking up adolescent youth is of benefit in the long run? What are the alternatives? Defend your point of view.

List long-term locked facilities for youth detention in your local area.