"Their Success is Our Success"
The Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau exists to enhance public safety by reducing juvenile delinquency. The OCJB is comprised of six departments: Business, Court Services (Intake & Diversion Services Unit and Probation Services Unit), Detention, Human Resources, Janitorial, and Maintenance.
The OCJB is a juvenile justice entity located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. We work closely with the Juvenile Division of the Oklahoma County District Court to provide detention, intake, diversion services, and probation services for the youth of Oklahoma County. The OCJB is responsible for receiving, evaluating, and recommending appropriate action pertaining to persons under the age of eighteen years found within Oklahoma County and alleged to be delinquent or in need of supervision.
Citizens for Juvenile Justice (CJJ) is a non-profit citizens advisory committee established by 10A O.S. § 2-4-101 to aid in the more effective administration of the law relating to youth. CJJ provides counsel, advice, and assistance to the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau (OCJB) for the purpose of enhancing services to at-risk youth, in part by applying for grants to help fund projects and programs that will benefit the community and the cause of juvenile justice.
This resource manual provides a host of non-residential counseling agencies, emergency placements, residential community placements, non-profit community worksites, food pantries, and clothing closets. The OCJB does not endorse or recommend any of the providers listed in this manual.
2024 Resource Manual
This manual gives an explanation of diversion, probation, and detention services and provides a plethora of important information for court involved youth and their families.
Court Services and Detention Guide
The Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau is always looking for diverse, passionate, and competent candidates. Applicants may check job openings and apply online by visiting our Careers page or print and complete the forms below and send them, along with a resume, to: Mail:
Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau Attention: Personnel 5905 N Classen Ct, #202 Oklahoma City, OK 73118
E-mail:
Sheila Anderson at Sheila.Anderson@oklahomacounty.org Phone: (405) 713-6654 Fax: (405) 713-6643
Applications for all positions requiring specific certifications (college degree, commercial driver’s license, etc.) should be submitted with documentation certifying that those requirements have been met. Official transcripts to document college degrees are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
The Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau initiated the Clothing Closet in July 2016. The clothing closet features racks and racks of professional clothing that are gifted to our youth with the hopes of teaching them acceptable ways to dress and empowering them to go to school, interview for a job, or attend a court hearing with confidence. Youth required to complete community service hours have had an opportunity to work with employees to maintain the closet by assisting in ironing and organizing the clothing.
We need your help! Please consider donating new/lightly used, clean, and age appropriate attire to our cause. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A HIGH DEMAND FOR THE FOLLOWING:
Donations may be dropped off with the receptionist at the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau Monday-Friday from 8 am - 5 pm. To arrange for your donation to be picked up, please call Crystal Pierce, Probation Supervisor, at 405-713-6626 or send an e-mail to clothescloset@oklahomacounty.org. Youth in need of clothing should request it from their officer, call 405 713-6400, or send an e-mail to clothescloset@oklahomacounty.org.
What are the hours of operation of the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau? The Oklahoma County Juvenile Justice Center opens at 7:00 a.m., but Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Intake and Probation Officers are available to their assigned youth 24 hours per day for emergency situations. To reach your Officer after hours, please call the contact number he or she has provided to you.
What time is my child's court hearing? Court hearings begin at 9:00 a.m. Monday-Friday. Please call the Court Clerk at (405) 713-6413 to obtain information regarding your specific court date or time.
How do I pay attorney fees, court costs, or fines? Payments for court costs, attorney fees, and court fines shall be paid first and made by check, money order, debit/credit card, and/or cash (exact change only) at suite 203 of the Juvenile Justice Center or mailed to:
Rick Warren, Court Clerk - 5905 N. Classen Court, #203, Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Checks and money orders shall be designated with the JDL case number. We do not recommend sending cash payments by mail. The Court Clerk's office operates from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For additional information, please call (405) 713-6413.
How do I pay probation fees or restitution? Payment for restitution and/or probation fees shall be made by cashier check, money order and/or cash (exact change only) at Suite 202 of the Juvenile Justice Center or mailed to:
OCJB Cost Collections - 5905 N. Classen Court, #202, Oklahoma City, OK 73118
Cashier checks or money orders shall be made out to either OCJB Restitution or OCJB Probation. We do not recommend sending cash payments by mail. The OCJB Cost Collections office operates from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Please call (405) 713-6400 for additional information.
What is the cost of drug testing at the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau? It costs $5.00 to drug test at the OCJB. This amount must be paid to the OCJB cost collections clerk before the test is administered. The OCJB cannot provide drug testing services to any person who is not under our supervision.
Where can my child complete his/her community service hours? Community service hours can be completed at any non-profit organization. Please refer to page 13 of our Resource Manual (PDF) to see the listed organizations. We do not have any official affiliation with these listed agencies, but our youth are able to utilize these worksites to complete his/her community service hours.
My child was arrested and detained in the Oklahoma County Juvenile Justice Center. What happens next? Your child will have a detention hearing on the first business day following his or her arrest. Detention hearings are held Monday-Friday, except legal holidays, and begin at 1:00 p.m. You should arrive no later than 12:45 p.m. and check in at the referee table located in the main entrance.
My child is out of control but has not been in contact with the law. Does the OCJB have resources to help? The OCJB offers intervention for youth who are deemed in need of supervision. We will collect general information about your child and use it to link you to services and programs that can help.
How can I contact my Intake or Probation Officer? Please use the phone number provided below to reach your assigned Officer. If you do not see your Officer on this list, please call (405) 713-6400 and ask to be transferred to him or her.
My child was just arrested. When do they have court? Juveniles have court at 1:00 p.m. the first working day after they are arrested.
When is visitation?
Visitation is scheduled a week in advance on a “first come first serve” basis in the order of calls received. Upward Bound (A+) residents are eligible for an in-person visit scheduled for Saturday or Sunday and one zoom visit during the scheduled weekdays (Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday). All other residents are eligible for a zoom visit scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Visits are 30 minutes.
How can I schedule a visit with my child?
To visit a resident in Detention you must be the resident's parent/legal guardian or be approved by the assigned Intake Officer, Probation Officer or OJA worker. Authorized visitors must call the Visitation Clerk at (405) 713-6491, Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Callers shall leave a message if their call is not answered with their request and the Visitation Clerk will return the call in the order calls are received. Only 2 approved individuals will be allowed to visit a resident.
What items may I bring with me when I visit my child?
Visitors may not bring any items except a valid identification card and car keys. Visitors are subject to a search. Visitors wanting to purchase items from the vending machine for their child during the visit, can bring up to $5 in $1 bills or quarters. Neither residents nor visitors are permitted to use the restroom during visitation; if this becomes necessary, the visit will be terminated.
May residents receive mail? There is no limit to the letters a resident may receive. The envelope must have the sender's full name and complete address. No writing or drawing on the envelope is allowed, if this is the case the envelope will be returned to sender.
When do the residents make phone calls? Residents are scheduled to make phones calls 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Upward Bound (A+) residents have the opportunity to make 1 personal phone call every day for 5 minutes. A-Level residents have the opportunity to make personal phone calls 3 times per week for 5 minutes with the 3rd call on Saturday. Both B-Level and C-Level residents have the opportunity to make personal phone calls 2 times per week for 5 minutes. Phone call days are determined based off room assignments.
Where can I find your current job openings? Click on the Careers tab to locate our Careers page to find current job openings.
Where can I get information on my child’s court case? For answers regarding a resident’s court case, call 405-713-6400 and ask for the resident’s worker.
Where can I get my child’s grades from their class work in Detention? While in Detention, residents will be enrolled in Extended Education Services (EES) at: 715 North Walker Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. The EES is a part of the Oklahoma City Schools. You can get their grades by calling (405) 587-7900.
Can parent or legal guardian bring prescribed medications to the resident? Prescribed medications may be brought to Detention for residents. The medication must be in a “blister pack” and must be given to the facility medical staff.
What is the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau? You can read about the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau in the Bureau Brochure (PDF).
Where can I find vendor contract information? You can find information regarding vendor contracts on Oklahoma County's Purchasing section.
When is my Court Date? To obtain additional court date information, you may contact the Juvenile Court Clerk's Office at 405-713-6413.
“Their Success is Our Success.”
Establishment & Purpose
The Oklahoma County Juvenile Detention Center (OCJDC) is a 30,000 square foot, maximum security facility designed for juveniles in Oklahoma County awaiting pretrial and not as a post-trial treatment center, although youth may be held post-trial awaiting placement. It has a capacity of 80 beds, divided into 7 living units, making it the largest licensed juvenile detention facility in the State. The facility is licensed by the Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA). OJA has established the “Requirements for Secure Juvenile Detention Centers” in the state of Oklahoma, for all licensed juvenile detention facilities. The OCJDC maintains compliance with the requirements set forth by OJA. The facility is nationally recognized and accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). The first accreditation by the ACA was in 1996 and since then the facility has maintained accreditation and has been in full compliance with all required standards. The OCJDC operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to serve agencies and citizens in Oklahoma County.
Mission, Vision, & Goals
The OCJDC sets goals to promote the mission and vision of the OCJB. We hope that each juvenile that is detained in the detention center will utilize their time to reflect on their choices, develop coping skills, and use the resources provided to them to grow into successful young adults they desire to be.
Arrival & First Steps
Upon arrival, a juvenile is required to participate in the admission process. The juvenile is required to undergo a search and clothing exchange, in which all personal property is relinquished and secured until his/her release. The resident will receive and review the Resident Handbook in his/her own language. The admitting officer will inform the resident of the rules, chargeable offenses, and penalties/disciplinary procedures that will be used to respond to violations. The officer will ensure the resident understands the material in the handbook. The resident will sign the “Statement of Understanding of Resident Handbook” to acknowledge his/her understanding.
Orientation Status
Beginning with the first day of detainment in the facility, residents are on orientation status for five-days. During this time residents continue to review the resident handbook acknowledging his/her responsibilities as a resident and the rules and expectations of the facility. Residents receive a medical assessment and then get enrolled into school. Upon completion of the five-day orientation period while maintaining appropriate behavior, residents are removed from orientation status and can interact with the general population of residents.
Positive Behavior Level System
The positive behavior level system is designed to reward residents who behave in accordance with the OCJDC rules. Each day is an opportunity to earn points and move towards A+ “upward bounds” status. Upward Bound (A+) status is the highest level that can be achieved. The purpose of A+ is to acknowledge and encourage the maintenance of continuous positive behavior of the resident. Residents that achieve A+ status have higher expectations and receive additional privileges. The primary purpose of the level system is to provide a positive learning experience for residents that will help prepare them for their release from detention.
Education
As mandated by the Office of Juvenile Affairs and the American Corrections Association, education opportunities must be provided to detained juveniles. The Oklahoma City Public School-Alternative Education program provides 4 hours daily during the regular semesters (September through May). Volunteer services supplement the educational structure of the Oklahoma Public Schools-Alternative Program.
Attendance Rate
The attendance rate for daily classes is 94%.
Meals
Food service staff develop menus at least one week in advance. Residents are provided three nutritionally adequate meals daily, as well as two snacks after lunch and dinner. At least two of the three meals served will be hot. Those with food allergies or special dietary needs for medical, dental, or religious reasons will be provided with a substitution.
Medical Services
The OCJDC maintains a staff of one Doctor and three full-time Nurses. Residents are provided with unimpeded access to medical care by a qualified health care personnel and trained staff from the time of admission and throughout his/her detainment. This care includes screening, physical examination, and medical attention as necessary, including emergency care twenty-four hours a day. Residents may request non-emergency medical attention. Medical staff perform daily walk throughs of the units to address any medical request. During off-hours all medical personnel are available for emergency situations.
Programs & Recreation
The OCJDC ensures that residents are provided with a variety of enrichment activities to include education, skill building and vocational programs, structured recreation, indoor and outdoor exercise, religious programs, library services, and counseling. Residents have equal access to programs and services regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, physical or mental disability, or political views. Qualified residents with disabilities have access to all programs to which they would otherwise be entitled, whether mandatory or voluntary. Accommodations will be made as needed to ensure equal availability.
Youth Guidance Services (YGS)
The YGS department is responsible for planning and coordinating activities in advance and publishing a daily activity schedule each week. Full-time YGS staff plan and facilitate group activities at least twice weekly, ensuring that programs are provided to each occupied unit.
Library Services
Reading materials and other related services are provided in an effort to reduce idle time and allow residents to pursue personal interests. The library and/or library carts are made available to residents at least once each week.
Religious Programs & Services
The OCJDC has a qualified volunteer Chaplain through the Oklahoma Jail and Prison Ministries (OJPM). The Chaplain coordinates the facility's religious programs and works alongside other OJPM chaplains to minister to OCJDC residents. Residents are given the choice whether they want to attend these programs or not.
Spiritual Counseling & Other Agencies
The OCJDC also offers individual spiritual counseling through the facility Chaplains office. In an effort to continue the education growth of each resident, the OCJDC contracts with several volunteer agencies to teach and inspire.
Visitation
Visitation is scheduled a week in advance on a “first come first serve” basis in the order of calls received. Upward Bound (A+) residents are eligible for an in-person visit scheduled for Saturday or Sunday and one zoom visit during the scheduled weekdays (Tuesday, Wednesday or Friday). All other residents are eligible for a zoom visit scheduled for Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Visits are 30 minutes. To visit a resident in Detention you must be the resident's parent/legal guardian or be approved by the assigned Intake Officer, Probation Officer or OJA worker. Authorized visitors must call the Visitation Clerk at (405) 713-6491, Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Callers shall leave a message if their call is not answered with their request and the Visitation Clerk will return the call in the order calls are received. Only 2 approved individuals will be allowed to visit a resident.
General Information
The OCJDC is located at 5905 N Classen Court, Oklahoma City, OK 73118. When a juvenile under the age of 18 is accused of violating the law in Oklahoma County, he or she may be admitted into the OCJDC. The facility works with State, County, and Municipal law enforcement agencies by taking custody of juveniles that have been arrested for serious crimes against the community. In addition, the facility also takes custody of juveniles with warrants and pick up orders issued by Judges across the County, State and the Nation.
Youth may use this form to document their completion of community service hours.
Civic Engagement Form
Transactions Building
In the early days of Oklahoma County, county business was transacted in a building located at Robinson and California Streets. That building is no longer in existence.
The 1st Courthouse
On November 4, 1904 Oklahoma County started construction of the first courthouse when the Grand Lodge of AF and AM (Ancient Free and Accepted Masons) laid the cornerstone of the building. It continued as the seat of government until 1937 when County Government was moved to the courthouse located at Park Avenue between Hudson and Harvey Streets. That structure was born during the depression and has been described as 1 of the greatest bargains ever conceived. The Federal Government, through the Public Works Administration, contributed $550,000; and a bond issue was approved in an amount of $550,000. The old site and building were sold for $327,997 which provided sufficient funds to liquidate all outstanding bonds and the cost of construction to be paid in 1950.
Present Courthouse
The present Courthouse was built to serve a county of half a million people, but the rapid growth and progress of Oklahoma County had made inadequate a building, which, when built, was thought to be sufficient for more than 50 years.
By 1960, the building had departments that were overcrowded and no space was available for new courts provided by the Legislature, and several departments were moved to rented space. In 1965 the people voted a bond issue of $6,000,000. A "new county building" was completed.
A 6-story office building without the ornate architecture, the wide corridors and large lobbies of the 1937 structure was erected. This new building was linked to the existing courthouse by crosswalks at the third, fourth and fifth floors levels. This bond also included funds for expansion and modernization of jail facilities in the Courthouse and conversion of the rest of the building to courtrooms and related facilities. In 1967 construction was completed at 320 Robert S. Kerr Avenue. In late August 1982 the Juvenile Bureau moved to the sixth floor of the Oklahoma County office Building. On October 1, 1986 the Juvenile Bureau moved to the Oklahoma County Juvenile Center at 5905 N. Classen Court, Oklahoma City.
Initial Development & Advocate Groups
Justice William A. Berry started the Oklahoma County Juvenile Detention Home movement in June 1953. Justice Berry was then the County Juvenile Judge. For several years, there was an interest in developing a detention facility to serve Oklahoma County. One of the first groups to advocate construction of a detention home was the Juvenile Council of Oklahoma City. Other interested groups were:
This interest and support brought about introduction of a bill in the State Legislature in 1955, which authorized Oklahoma County to vote bonds for the construction of a detention home for delinquent youth. The Board of County Commissioners in July 1956 authorized the vote on this bond issue. A substantial majority authorized the bond issue. After a series of delays around procurement of a site and other details had been worked out, construction commenced in March 1958. The first child was admitted to detention on December 20, 1958.
Berry House
The Board of County Commissioners, by resolution, on the 8th day of February 1960, gave the official name of "Berry House" to the Juvenile Detention Home, in honor of Justice William A. Berry. The original 21 bed facility was replaced by a 42 bed facility in September of 1986. An additional 38 beds, 3 classrooms, along with staff offices, and multi-purpose room were added in 1996.
Detention Services / Transportation
Provides secure custody of persons under the age of 18 years charged with delinquency, pending Court disposition. Transports juveniles to and from court and, when ordered by the court, transports juveniles to various residential placements.
Legislation Change & Employment Growth
The Juvenile Bureau replaced "Children's Court" by the passage of legislation on January 13, 1969. The legislation eliminated Children's Court and enacted the necessary statutes revising the Children's Code and authorizing that Juvenile Bureaus could be created in counties exceeding 80,000 population. The result being a Juvenile Division of the District Court and the Juvenile Bureau being interfaced by the law to carry out the responsibilities of fulfilling the basic Juvenile Court role in Oklahoma County. As originally enacted in 1968 the term 'child' meant any male person under the age of 16 years and any female person under the age of 18 years. Employees of the Children's Court occupied limited space on the ground floor of the Oklahoma County Courthouse until late 1967 when space was made available on the second floor of the courthouse. A 1972 Amendment defined a 'child' as any person under the age of 18 years. Nine people were employed to begin on June 1, 1972 as intake and probation officers.
Serving Delinquent Children & Children in Need
The Juvenile Bureau directly facilitates the efforts of the court by providing support and follow-through services required by law. The Chief Administrative officer of the Bureau is the Director who is charged by the Judge of the Juvenile Division with the organization, development and management of the administration / personnel, social, investigative and financial work for the Bureau and Detention Center. The Bureau is responsible for receiving, evaluating and determining appropriate action pertaining to persons under the age of 18 years found within Oklahoma County and alleged to be delinquent or in need of supervision. Additionally, the Bureau carries out orders of the Juvenile Division of the District Court and serves all process regarding Juvenile matters.
The Intake and Diversion Services Unit (IDSU) is responsible for the initial screening of youth and the supervision of non-adjudicated youth. In most cases, the Intake Unit is the first contact that a juvenile has with the Juvenile Justice System after the police department. Primary responsibilities of the unit include:
Preliminary Inquiry
After receipt of each referral, the assigned Intake Officer arranges an appointment with the youth and his or her parent/legal guardian to conduct a mandatory pre-adjudication interview. Based on this interview and other pertinent information, the officer makes a recommendation to the District Attorney for appropriate action.
Detention Screening
Intake Officers are available 24 hours a day to receive and screen calls from various law enforcement agencies within Oklahoma County requesting admission of a juvenile to the detention facility. During the detention screening process, the Intake Officer reviews and evaluates the youth's age, current offense, past history, potential threat to the community, and likelihood that he or she would be available to the court, when so ordered. Based on this criteria, a decision is made to detain the youth or make him or her releasable to a parent or legal guardian.
Diversion Services
As an alternative to filing a charge against the juvenile, the Intake Officer may in certain cases, design and monitor a diversion program when agreed upon by the youth, the parent or legal guardian, and the District Attorney. This process is provided to provide consequences for the commission of the offense and correct the behavior with minimal legal intervention.
*To contact your Intake Officer, view the Contact tab.
The mission of the OCJB is to enhance public safety by reducing juvenile delinquency. The vision of the OCJB is as follows: “The OCJB is an organization of professionals dedicated to serving at-risk youth and their families by identifying and delivering services that will maximize their potential and support their long-term success. We lead the community in advocating for the youth that we serve and ensuring the availability of necessary services and opportunities. We come to work each day with the futures of our clients in mind. Each employee is invested in our mission; each employee shares in the successes of the youth that we serve.”
Core Values:
For press/media inquiries, only the Chief Judge and the OCJB Director are authorized to speak on behalf of the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau. Because we work with juveniles, there is much information that cannot be shared, as it is protected by law. The Accreditation & Policy Manager is designated to provide routine information relevant to OCJB operations and can be contacted by phone at (405) 713-6423 or by e-mail at erin.mcconnell@oklahomacounty.org.
The Probation Services Unit (PSU) provides case management, education, advocacy, and accountability for adjudicated youth. Probation is a legal status imposed by the court upon entering a disposition order. It allows juveniles who have been adjudicated and made wards of the Court to remain in their homes under court supervision rather than being placed out of the home. The PSU operates 24 hours per day, 7 days a week in order to meet the needs of youth and their families.
Initial Visits and Assessment
Upon assignment of the case, the Probation Officer contacts the parent or legal guardian of the youth and schedules the initial office visit. During this meeting, the Probation Officer begins to establish a working relationship with the family and conducts an assessment using the Youth Level of Service Case Management Inventory (YLS/CMI), a validated risk and needs assessment. Following the visit, the Officer meets with the family in their home. This ensures that the basic needs of the youth are being met and provides unique insights into his or her life.
Individual Treatment and Service Plan (ITSP)
After the risk and needs assessment is conducted, an individualized plan is formulated by the Probation Officer to address the youth's specific needs. The plan includes treatment goals and action steps that are agreed upon by all parties in open court.
Supervision
Once an individual treatment and service plan has been adopted by the court, the process of supervision begins. During the time the juvenile is on probation, youth, parent or legal guardian, and the Probation Officer work together to achieve the identified goals. The duration of probation depends on the youth's compliance with his or her plan.
*To contact your Probation Officer, view the Contact tab.
Annual Reports
Newsletters (archive)
Hannah Dix
Director of Juvenile Bureau
Hannah Dix was appointed to the position of the Oklahoma County Juvenile Bureau (OCJB) Director in September 2022. Mrs. Dix began her career with the Juvenile Bureau on July 2013. During her tenure she has served in the capacity of Detention Officer, Probation Officer, Internal Affairs Investigator, Maintenance Supervisor, and Human Resources Manager. Mrs. Dix currently serves as a member of the Oklahoma County Retirement Board. Mrs. Dix has a BA in Science and a Master’s in Business Administration from Southern Nazarene University. She recently earned the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) certification, demonstrating her credibility and proficiency across all competencies of the HR profession.
Hajr Brown
Deputy Director - 405-713-6941
Bruce Henley
Deputy Director - 405-713-6487
Robert Roy
Chief of Detention Services – 405-713-6640
Valerie Lee
Business Manager - 405-713-6439
Crystal Ramirez
Community and Programs Resource Manager - 405-713-6936
Emily Fees
Human Resources Manager - 405-713-6403
American Correctional Association (ACA) & Policy Coordinator - 405-713-6423
The OCJB directly provides in-house programs several days each week in an effort to address our clients' common needs. The programs currently offered are:
Power Through Choices (PTC) is an innovative empowerment, sexuality education, and skill-building curriculum that addresses the unique needs of youth involved in the juvenile justice system. Designed for youth ages 13-18, PTC is the first evidence-based adolescent pregnancy prevention curriculum developed specifically for youth in systems of care. With a focus on two major themes: self empowerment and the impact of choices, PTC uses interactive learning to provide information and skills that help youth avoid risk-taking sexual behaviors and reduce the incidence of adolescent pregnancy, HIV, and other STIs.
Independent Living Skills provides a 4-week curriculum designed to give youth the tools they need to become more self-sufficient. The curriculum covers personal hygiene, gives youth individualized information about local colleges based on their interests, teaches them how to apply for college and financial aid, and discusses the EMBARK bussing system and how to use it.
The OCJB began the Literacy Initiative in July 2016 after identifying vast deficiencies in reading proficiency among the youth we serve. The program provides tutoring assistance in the areas of reading, writing, and comprehension. Pre and post testing results have shown vast improvements in the literacy skills of participants. Literacy Article (PDF)
Alcohol/Drug Substance Abuse Course is an interactive education course created to help examine and change high-risk behavior. This ten-week curriculum is designed to learn about the risks and consequences of high-risk use of alcohol and other drugs, how substance use affects your health, driving, family, and community. Oklahoma law requires completion of this course by all first-time offenders of DUI, DWI, or alcohol/drug-related offenses. ADSAC is facilitated by Specialized Outpatient Services, Inc.
The YAP was created to address youth who have not had any involvement with the criminal justice system, but who appear to be on that path. YAP provides preventative lessons, referrals, and intervention to address problem behavior in youth before it gets out of hand. Anyone can refer their child to YAP. Please contact Matthew Hankins, Court Services Supervisor, at (405) 713- 6427 or Chase McCain, Administrative Assistant - Support, at (405) 713-6459 for more information.
Mindfulness for Teens in 10 minutes a Day is an interactive program that incorporates exercises to feel calm, stay focused, and be your best self. This four week program is conducted weekly in class setting for youth and shows the youth how to take control of stress and become the boss of their feelings - and boost their focus.
Connect to Redirect Caregivers Workshop is a four week curriculum designed for parents, legal guardians, custodians, and caregivers to provide them with support and productive tools to a better, positive connection with their children.
“Bloom Where You Are Planted” at the Gardens at Chesapeake requires youth to attend a minimum of four (4) sessions. Youth may volunteer to continue the program upon completion and earn civic engagement hours. Youth who complete the four (4) sessions will receive twelve (12) hours of civic engagement credit. Those not completing all four (4) sessions will receive civic engagement credits for actual hours of participation only.
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