Philadelphia reduced school-based arrests by 91% since 2013 – Pennsylvania Capital-Star
The Philadelphia Police School Diversion Program officially launched in May 2014.
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The Philadelphia Police School Diversion Program officially launched in May 2014.
School-based arrests are one part of the school-to-prison pipeline. It's been linked to negative health, social and academic outcomes.
Across the United States, arrest rates for young people under age 18 have been declining for decades. However, the proportion of youth arrests associated with school incidents has increased.
Philadelphia has reduced school-based arrests by 91% since 2013. Researchers explain the effects of keeping kids out of the legal system.