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Thoughts on teen law by Judge Tom Jacobs.

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“Read down your fine” at the library

Although many libraries depend on fines for late books to help with their bills, some are considering the economy and 

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Interview with a teen advocate for LGBT youth

Caleb Laieski is a 16 year old advocate for LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender) youth. Last year Caleb was bullied and 

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Suspension for “sluts” webpage

A West Virginia high school senior created a MySpace page in 2005 that she called S.A.S.H. It reportedly stood for “Students Against 

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Lessons about 9/11 offered to New Jersey students

Students in public and private schools in New Jersey will have the opportunity to learn about the attacks on September 

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You Are Not Alone

Did you know that 1 in 7 teens struggles with a drug or alcohol problem? You Are Not Alone is the 

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Pulitzer Prize winner supports Dream Act

When Jose Vargas was 12 years-old, his mother in the Philippines sent him to live with his grandparents in California. 

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Campus police give senior his diploma

A recent test of the First Amendment is the story of Roman Caple, a senior at St. Augustine’s College in North 

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Be World Wise, Know Before You Go

Most passports are the same, they state your name, a picture of you, your birthdate, your signature, and the expiration date. For 

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Facebook is off limits between teachers and students in Missouri

The state of Missouri has passed legislation prohibiting contact between teachers and students on social networking websites. In what is 

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Your Bill of Rights: Part II

You have the right to remain outspoken! The right to freedom of religion, the right to convene, the right to 

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