I went to this it was very good because they offer different programs from these kids. Like if you want do this job you think like it's another job you have to have right mind set want help these kids. Another thing you have be patience because sometimes these kids have attitude. Some these kids like being these however its can help them most times they don't have a place to eat at or place stay at. The program has went down that good they don't want them come back they want you to move on stay out of this. However, most times they will end back in there. When you first come to the juvenile you start with a white shirt and you have to work way up it all depends on you and what kind person you are. The thing I like what they don't treat them like a jail. They also try to give them out of the room because you don't need be in a room all day. Now if you don't follow the rules you will have to sit out in time out if you don’t than you will more likely will end up in room. If you someone who on suicide watch they will have to keep eye on you and can't be around everyone else. The room is very small and when you first come they do path down and ask you a lot question about yourself have you ate at all see where the perfect fit for yourself. The art on gym was pretty nice and look good also most people in there usually play basketball. IF you see one the officer like touch one them in wrong way you need to reports and you hope that don't happens at all. This job is not for everyone you got be a person who like kids and want help them also. -Panthers123
Many of the young people here find structure, etc. it was far more humane than we see on television. This meant more to me than anything. Most of these young people need guidance and affection in many instances. JustSaying345
I’m actually elated we went! I can’t imagine getting this criminal justice degree and not seeing these places.......My hat off to the JDC staff and Prof. for this tour. CRJ4Life456
I know this criminal justice not for everyone those who went out this tour this give you information a way you can look at it different someone think like a cop you can look from these kids made mistake. what make you better you can either try help these kids who think don't need your help they do.
I attended both the JDC tour and the Jail tour. From what I have seen on both of these is that the Superintendents and the Sheriff have taken a different stance on crime. Rather than lock up the offender and throw out the key, they are focused on rehabilitating the offender. This is instrumental in being able to be a productive member of society once you exit either facility. One quote from the Sheriff that stuck in my head is " 60% of the people in here are good people... good people that made a bad decision and they unfortunately have to deal with the consequences of that decision. This stuck with me because it shows me that he has taken a different way of thinking about the offenders and crime. He could have very well just put them in the cells and provided the very basics. But he has chosen to push for programs that help them with education, jobs, mental health, healthcare. It is important to not only care for the victim, but to also take a look at and try to understand the offender. Otherwise, it will more than likely happen again. I am very grateful for the opportunity to go through these tours. JE123
I was very surprised that the jail and JDC were not like what I have always imagined or what I have seen on tv, where the residents are treated very poorly. I really like the idea that there is a sense of boundary between the residents and the offices or workers, but that they try to create a sense of respect and respect the dignity of all the residents. At the JDC, especially in the intake area, a positive relationship and environment is established. I feel that is just what some of the residents need in their life because many of them have probably not been respected or valued in their life, so they lack a sense of self-worth. MySliceofthePi012
These officers do care about these people because most time you get those folks who don't care about them just money however these people want help and try have them have better life before its too late. This is real not like on TV some of the stuff are fake. -Panther123
The tour of the Juvenile Detention Center was very fascinating, and it was not at all how I had envisioned it to be, but as I person studying to pursue a career in the health field, I was very interested in learning about a few of the common medical protocols at the JDC. Upon the arrest of a minor, they are taken to the JDC. First they enter through the intake area where they must be checked over. A very important step of the intake process is having the child take a survey, known as MAYSI II, that indicates to the workers if and where on a scale a child falls for being suicidal. A downfall to the survey is that many repeat offenders have been through the survey before, so they think they can avoid being put on suicide watch by answering “no” to all the questions. However, past records on the child can override answers to their current survey. Residents that are put on suicide watch must be checked on every four or fifteen minutes depending on the severity of the case. In addition, all intake residents must shower or at least wash their hair before entering the facility. Then, they must be given a physical to make sure they are otherwise in good health. If someone has been assaulted in the past or for some reason is uncomfortable with a bathroom in their room, the JDC has a few what they call “dry rooms” that do not have a bathroom facility in them. While they don’t like to use these rooms that often, they are nice to have and have benefits for certain individuals with different needs. While in the facility, residents must fill out a medical form if they want or need any sort of care. Even the desire to clean out one’s ears with a Q-tip must be asked for with a medical card because (although it is hard to imagine and sad to say) the kids can make a weapon out of a Q-tip. Something that was interesting is that the children are allowed to take medication while a resident at the JDC, while the jail inmates were not able to take their own medication. As I walked through the facility, something that seemed like a good idea to me were the black “grievance boxes.” The residents can write down (with the request of writing utensil and paper) any grievances, concerns, or issues they may have encountered that made the feel uncomfortable. This gives the child a voice and a way to interact with others if they may not want to talk face to face, with someone, at that time. MySliceofthePi012
I too found the grievance boxes to be an excellent idea and incredibly fascinating. I loved that they provided a means by which detainees (who have essentially been stripped of their free will) can communicate their worries, concerns, or problems with members of staff. I think it must be comforting to know that they have the ability to anonymously submit a concern if they are uncomfortable - it puts power back in their hands (to a small extent), and allows them to feel less helpless. In an environment with so much control over them, a system such as this must help diffuse the tension between the staffers and detainees.
I was really interested and captivated by the tour of the Juvenile Detention Center. Walking through the halls and having someone describe the various day-to-day activities of the the detainees, members of staff, and even personnel who run the security and management of the facility was highly fascinating and very eye-opening. The main idea of the detention center is that, in sociological terms, it is a controlling institution - an institution brought about with the intent of establishing order. I had a picture of what I thought I’d see, find, and experience in my mind, but the atmosphere and attitude of the detention center were not what I expected. I was impressed at the level of education that was instilled and applied upon taking the tour. I didn’t realize that was something that was valued so highly in a place like that, but it does make sense. Oftentimes, when trying to reduce or eliminate undesirable behaviors in people, establishing that sense of normalcy, consistency, and methodical repetition is very beneficial. In general, having structure is a good thing, and the schooling they offer is a great way to accomplish that effectively. I found it interesting how certain objects that don’t mean much to us carry a great deal of meaning inside the walls of the detention center. Something as mundane as a colored BIC pen that holds virtually no monetary value is an item of both high value and must be guarded very carefully because of the coupons the staff members pass out to reward positive behavior and progress. That is something that is so important inside the walls, but citizens not detained in the center would not think of those items that way - I have probably thrown away countless colored BIC pens that are $1.50 a pack of 24 at the store. Things like that reminded of how certain items carry relative meaning: things that are important to some may not be important to others, and visa versa. One final thing I noticed about the Juvenile Detention Center is level at which they uphold guidelines and security (which is to be expected at a place like this.) However, while we were on the tour, there was a code shouted over the radio, and members of the staff rushed immediately to assist whoever was calling for assistance. It was a scary moment, but it was an excellent example of the vigilance that must be applied by all of the staffers there.
Great thoughts! I really like how you looked at the importance of the colored pens that the staff use for filling out coupons for the kids in the Juvenile Detention Center and how many of us would overlook such a small thing within our lives. Yet, the staff have to keep track of each colored pen as it is very important to the young kids within the JD Center. Most of us would overlook such small thing as a pen. This felt like a small reminder of how much we should value what we have, even the smallest things like a pen. -THEARSONIST012
I think this tour was a great experience for me. This was my first time in a juvenile detention center and I found it to be very eye opening. The tour was wonderful, I truly felt that I was able to get a very real idea as to how a day inside of a Juvenile Detention Center would be like. The staff and personnel were very kind and I was given the impression that they truly cared for these kids that they are taking care and watching over. Although it is a very difficult environment to create a real-life experience, the staff at the Juvenile Detention Center do a very good job of trying their best to create a livable and positive space for the kids. The inside of the detention center, although it felt a little isolated, was a positive environment. The schooling, and the schooling space that they provide for the kids is actually really cool. The way that they are arranged and conducted within the Juvenile Detention Center, it actually appears to be a fairly normal classroom setting which is really cool. I’m sure that it is far from normal living inside that Juvenile Detention Center, however I found it wonderful that there is a small sense of normality. I was happy to hear that most of the kids that come to the Juvenile Detention Center don’t often stay very long. The normal stay is pretty short. However, in the case that a child would stay longer the average stay there are very willing to accommodate and cater to the child’s needs in order that they might thrive outside in the world. I personally found it kinda sad to see young kids in a place such as this. It makes me feel sad to know that there are young children that are troubled as much as this, however I am happy to know that there is such a positive place for them to go. Through the Juvenile Detention Center they are given many opportunities to succeed and create lives for themselves. For that I am inspired and hopeful for the future of our kids in America. -THEARSONIST012
I did not go to the regular jail tour last week, but I imagine it was quite different from the juvenile corrections center. We did not see or interact with many of the residents, but overall it seemed like a boarding school with more locked doors. That is not a criticism, I think the rehabilitation aspect of it seems very important, and having a place that is safe and has structure is a part of that. I also liked the inspirational quotes they had everywhere: painted on the walls, on dry erase boards, cut outs, etc. I understand what he said about juveniles needing structure and corrections. I remember being that age, having all kinds of structure and school activities and still getting into trouble, so it must be hard when there are no good distractions and life at home isn’t peachy. Criminal justice is not the degree I am pursuing, but it was heartening to see how amicable the employees were and how much they genuinely seemed to care about their jobs and their wards. The first room that we entered, the monitoring room? I thought I was a multi-tasker…but when he asked if we thought we were I couldn’t even raise my hand because it looked like that woman had so much on her plate. I respected how much real work she has to put into her job every day. Other than that the only thing I have left to say is the resident that they had come in to talk to us seemed like a fine guy, especially in the fact that he did not want to be there and shake all of our hands. I understand why he got the orange shirt, and it must have been really difficult to obtain because I don’t think I could do that if our roles were switched.
I like how although Criminal Justice is not your field of study, you still tried to retain the information and compare it to your life. I do not plan on entering this field either. However, I remember him repeating to us that this type of job can help you deal with people. What better people to learn to deal with? If you can effectively communicate with someone that is in these detention centers, than communicating with others should seem just as easy, if not easier. I wonder if they would offer internships to people who would just like to i interact with others and it never crossed my mind until I woke up this morning. Haha. LayBae012
I loved touring the detention facility for juveniles. Looking back on all of the information Mrs. Smith provided to all of our questions, I could see myself working there with children. I enjoyed seeing the different classrooms and hearing about the teachers that come out and teach the kids at the facility. I also remember all of the murals around the facility, and how the administrator told us that artists would come in, outline the murals on the wall, and then let the kids paint them in their free time. I loved that the kids still had freedom of expression while being put away on bad behavior; that they could paint and draw on the walls as a newer way to express themselves, and encourage creative thinking skills. While touring the C Pod, I also saw how the rooms are laid out. The kids obviously get more privileges wit their rooms that the adults next door. The kids get a mattress when they come in, as well as a sheet and 2 blankets; they also have a toilet and sink in their room which is a great sense of security for them while they are housed. From what I remember in the adult facility, the rooms just have a bed slab, a desk and a mirror in their room; they did not have the luxury of a bathroom in their room, or even the privacy to go to the bathroom. These kids have it so good in this facility; they have safety, security, privacy, schooling and ways to learn more about the changing world beyond the doors they are behind. Overall, I personally loved the tour, and it made me think about what I would like to do with my career. -ThisPrincessSavesHerself456
I agree with you i could see myself work with these young kids and try make a different on someone life before its too late. I know a lot people say they want help but the truth is they don't but however there are those people out there want help these kids b before get caught up in the prison life style. -Panther456
When i first went there i thought it was gonna be like what you see om TV. It was not i got a lot information because I want be there help these young kids make the right choices before it's too late. I know some of them won't listen i believe over time you will get to them hopeful. It can work because if you can stop now you may stop them from being lock up in prison . It all depends on what kind person you are and what kind of leader you are to and are you someone who can talk to them or you someone who do it be yelling at them. -Panther123
After attending the JDC tour, I must say I do not regret taking my time out of the day to go. I was shocked to see the similarities and differences of the actual JDC experience compared to how it is shown in media today. One of the first areas to catch my attention was the control room. What I liked most about the control room would have to be the fact that there was so much to be done and it’s handled by one person. I have always been super good at multitasking but a job like this never came to thought when I decided what my major would be. But i do know that if plan a falls through, there is still things out there like that in which I can get into instead. After we got to check out the control room, we were taken to the area that the juveniles come to upon their initial arrival. I thought it was awesome how fingerprinting, the mug shot and strip search are all done in the same place. In media, this process is hardly ever shown, so for me to be able to see the set up in real life made it more surreal experience for me. I enjoyed seeing the juveniles the most out of the whole tour. When one of the individuals came out to introduce himself and shake our hands, that really opened my eyes a lot more to the whole experience. Stereotyping is so easy to do, even without meaning to and I caught myself making that stereotype before he was on the same side of the glass as me. Being able to interact with him melted my entire heart, he was so kind and just as respectful as anyone else I had ever met. Knowing that he is one of the best there, behavior wise really makes me hopefully and excited for the other individuals there that want to be and do better. The rest of the tour consisted of what they’d spend their days doing. I was happy to see the gym and educational room, I feel that it shows how much love and effort is being put into these juveniles. I think that in contrast with the media, this JDC facility showed me that the staff does genuinely care about the lives of their inmates. Even though the circumstances aren’t the best, I feel like a lot of the people involved with these kids would say that they have changed each other's lives for the better every single day. LayBae012
I also though the trip to the JDC was very much worth the time! Yes, media does barely show any close up real footage of an actually facility like the JDC. The program is being run seems very fair, they also mentioned that they eliminated strip searches and they were very glad of that of course. Sometimes they would lie on the questions and they have a way of going around that, so they catch up to that asap. Overall, the place seems good and I can see why nobody would not complain at all. - LILPUMP012
This is my second time visiting a Juvenile Detention Center, and I still enjoyed every opportunity that I had to visit one. Our tour guide who is one of the assistant supervisors shows us that they are using an ankle bracelet as a new way to reduce the number of young offenders in the facility center. What I notice at first is that it was way quite this time than my last visit, probably because of the lower number of young offenders, and the new way of their system. The pods they had is a look-alike of the jail and males and females are being separated. They had a small medical facility which provides dental, health, and medication to youth. They have a psychologist who comes in to check on the youth twice a week. I like that education is being given to the youth, even though it's only for four days a week. Way better because it is the very most important, helpful, and something that everyone needs. I do like the gym, where they can play, exercise, making arts, and crafts that help them to stay interacted with one another. The way of their booking a young offender is called intake which includes body search, mug shot, strip-search if necessary, and more which examined by medical stuff. Also, if needed and requested, they are being tested for sexually transmitted diseases. He mentioned that some young offenders walk-in to surrender because they have no family to come back or nowhere to go. I believe that they also have a contract with ERS (Emergency Response Service) and OSF and the detention center is open 24 hours. Also, the center is fully accredited not regularly but with high standard. What I like about the tour is knowing the shirt color system that the detention center is implementing and the way of giving them five-minute time out for disobeying rules, minimize tension, and such aggressive behavior. I like how the staff cares and treats them nicely which everybody needs even though they make mistakes. -Chopper123
Our tour guide who is one of the assistant supervisors shows us that they are using an ankle bracelet as a new way to reduce the number of young offenders in the facility center. What I notice at first is that it was way quite this time than my last visit, probably because of the lower number of young offenders, and the new way of their system. This is my second time visiting a Juvenile Detention Center, and I still enjoyed every opportunity that I had to visit one. The way of their booking a young offender is called intake which includes body search, mug shot, strip-search if necessary, and more which examined by medical stuff. Also, if needed and requested, they are being tested for sexually transmitted diseases. He mentioned that some young offenders walk-in to surrender because they have no family to come back or nowhere to go. They had a small medical facility which provides dental, health, and medication to youth. I believe that they also have a contract with ERS (Emergency Response Service) and OSF and the detention center is open 24 hours. Also, the center is fully accredited not regularly but with high standard. They have a psychologist who comes in to check on the youth twice a week. The pods they had is a look-alike of the jail and males and females are being separated. I do like the gym, where they can play, exercise, making arts, and crafts that help them to stay interacted with one another. I like how the staff cares and treats them nicely which everybody needs even though they make mistakes. What I like about the tour is that education is being given to the youth, even though it's only for four days a week. Way better because it is the very most important, helpful, and something that everyone needs. Also, the shirt color system that the detention center is implementing and the way of giving them five-minute time out for disobeying rules, minimize tension, and such aggressive behavior. -Chopper456
I thought the medical stuff was super cool. It really sad to think that a lot of these children have never really had proper medical care, so if there is one positive benefit for them being in there it is that they can finally have their medical needs taken care of. We were told that a lot of times females come into the facility and do not even know that they are pregnant, so this enables them to ensure that this baby is going to be taking care of while she is carrying her or him. The services they provide truly show how much they care. “Patriots012”
I really liked the trip with the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center. I founded very insightful because of how they ran their system is mostly fair game for every individual, including the guards. When the guards first introduced themselves, I noticed they don’t have uniforms. The building itself seems small in the outside, but in the inside is fairly big. The way the building is structured close to an actually prions, kind of homey as well, and a lot of other different aspects in the detention center. They mentioned a lot that they are using the physical keys to open doors, but trying to change to a computer to door key mode, if it makes sense. Also, I like how they take their job serious. Personally, what I thought was the coolest part was where they showed us the classroom and the procedures of how to be in class. They teach them Math, Science, English, and other types of classes. The teachers that come and teach them are from Limestone. The rules in all classes are read to them at all times, so incase if any individual tries to disobey. Also, if they are in for good behavior than they receive these coupons that is like money, and they can use it to buy cookies, muffins, and all the good stuff. They also notice on the little stuff, such as acknowledgement to the teachers and guards. Also, they have courts for P.E. classes and a court outside. Overall, the way they run the place is very fair and kind of hard not to disobey because they seem to treat every person as human beings. The facility is more of a rehabilitation for kids, and less of a prison, which was nice. Also, another aspect of the program is suicide watch. Those who are a danger to themselves are being put in the watch check up every four minutes. The program over all is more to help the kids and really make them feel comfortable. Also, they said that in the lunch room is one of the most dangerous places for the guards and the individuals because it easy for them to access pointy items easier. Overall, I am glad I went to the trip and founded again very insightful! - LILPUMP012
I also noticed that the guards were b not wearing uniforms. To me, this was one of my favorite parts of the whole JDC. I have a feeling that many of the detainees do not have the greatest view of law enforcement, so the fact that they are not wearing uniforms probably majorly helps with the way the children act towards them. Also, this gives the children the feeling that they are not too far gone, that they do not have to be in this place in their lives forever. Overall, I also thought the environment of the building itself was very homey like you said. “Patriots123”
I have been on this tour through the Juvenile Detention Center four or five times now and I always learn something new and see something I haven't seen before. During this tour the facility had far fewer inmates than the past times I have gone which is a good thing. Also, I have learned that they for there probation programs are know using ankle bracelets to track the person daily. Yes this is a great idea but as we have talked in class this idea really is a money pit for one main reason. That reason being that we overuse the bracelet and we put everyone on it. If we do this then it just makes it harder to track the individuals that need to be tracked do to all the "traffic" with all the other offenders using the bracelet. Also they way the facility is geared is for rehabilitation which is a great way to gear any facility. Our jails and prisons need to be geared this way to in today's world. We need to work with job programs that can help these offenders get out of jail and we actually increase their percentage of staying out of the system then have it stay the same or worsen it. By having these job programs and the social skills which JDC teaches it will help these people get out of the life they are living. Usually once a person gets out of jail or prison they go home to the same environment they just left and do the same exact thing which is commit crime because that is all they know how to do because they have lived that lifestyle for so long. The Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center is trying to stop this problem at the root by continuing their education while they are locked up, teaching them social skills, and teaching them simple things like how to set up a bank account. NDIrish123.
This was my first time going to the JDC. I think it's awesome there's always something new to learn when you go. Makes me want to go next year. The inmates were low, although it was cold outside still. The ankle bracelet is nice and a lazy way to police, but I agree with what you are saying with it being a money pit. Yes rehabilitation is great and I love how they are trying to help the kids out that are in there. I wish someone taught me all the finical stuff these kids are learning ^~^ Itis123
I like how you said that jails and prison systems need to have these programs that the JDC offered because like you said the people that get out of jail or prison go back to the same lifestyle they left because they don't know of any different, if these programs were offered to them it might help them branch away from their home life and keep themselves from reentering the prison or jail. I haven't gone as much as you have but this was my second tour and like you said in the beginning the population was down just from last semester when I went. I also learned this time about the ankle bracelets for the ones that are on probation, and I agree that it is just a money pit because of how much they over use it. You can definitely tell that the people that work there are really trying to help these kids away from a life time of being in the judicial system.Motocross123
I have been on this tour through the Juvenile Detention Center four or five times now and I always learn something new and see something I haven't seen before. During this tour the facility had far fewer inmates than the past times I have gone which is a good thing. Also, I have learned that they for there probation programs are know using ankle bracelets to track the person daily. Yes this is a great idea but as we have talked in class this idea really is a money pit for one main reason. That reason being that we overuse the bracelet and we put everyone on it. If we do this then it just makes it harder to track the individuals that need to be tracked do to all the "traffic" with all the other offenders using the bracelet. Also they way the facility is geared is for rehabilitation which is a great way to gear any facility. Our jails and prisons need to be geared this way to in today's world. We need to work with job programs that can help these offenders get out of jail and we actually increase their percentage of staying out of the system then have it stay the same or worsen it. By having these job programs and the social skills which JDC teaches it will help these people get out of the life they are living. Usually once a person gets out of jail or prison they go home to the same environment they just left and do the same exact thing which is commit crime because that is all they know how to do because they have lived that lifestyle for so long. The Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center is trying to stop this problem at the root by continuing their education while they are locked up, teaching them social skills, and teaching them simple things like how to set up a bank account. NDIrish456.
I have to say that this tour was extremely interesting to me. As compared to the jail, the Juvenile Detention Center was much brighter and felt a lot less like a jail. I really resect what they are trying to do there. From a sociological point of view, the training is something that could be very beneficial to these young people. The assistant superintendent that walked us around spoke bout how often the kids that come into the JDC often lack structure and consistency in their lives. Once they get here, that is what the JDC is all about. All of the kids are treated fairly. They demand respect from the children and in return give it back. He said that the parents often come back and ask why their children were so well-behaved with them yet they come home and misbehave again. He explained that it was all due to the consistency of the system, that kids truly need consistency. On another note, they make education a top priority, doing school four days a week. This also is very good for the children’s well-being because where at home they may lack the supervision and not be forced to attend school, yet while they are here it is mandatory. This definitely emphasizes to these youth that school should be made a priority. I thought it was very interesting when he told us that they essentially give the children in the center timeouts if they are misbehaving. I definitely began wondering how this worked due to the fact that these are grown kids, why would they do this? But he described that these kids listen because they do not want the things they enjoy in the JDC taken away from them, like special snacks and things of those sorts. It was definitely eye-opening to hear how these things truly work in these kids lives when they are in the center. It becomes truly apparent that these kids are not just bad kids. Although some may be, most are victims of their circumstances and they way that they were raised. It makes me believe that although some of them may be in there more than one time, that these kids are not a lost cause. With the proper rehabilitation provided at places like this JDC it is very clear that they should not be dismissed as no good. With time and patience, these kids can grow out of the trouble they have gotten in, at least in some cases. “Patriots012”
I thought it was super interesting too! I felt the same way about how the JDC was less of a jail but more of a daycare feel to it. It was sad to hear about how many of those kids were hurt in some sort of way. My group was told that 99.99% of the kids that come in their go through some sort of physical or sexual abuse. I agree these kids need to be kept in line and in school. That stops them from doing bad stuff out on the street. Also agree with the fact that the kids are just the victims of bad home and family life. At least most of the kids. ^~^Itis012
Since I am in both Doc White’s police operations and sociology, it was very cool trying to look through both a sociological lens and a criminal justice lens. On the criminal justice side of things, it was interesting to see how things were run in the JDC in comparison to the jail. For starters, the correction’s officers at the jail were in full uniform, while at the JDC they were in plain clothes. I like the fact that the do this. In a sense it provides the kids with the feeling that they aren’t in prison. It gives them a chance to know that they are still children and that they are not too far gone. I thought the system that they had when entering into the building was very secure, and rightly so. We had to walk through a metal detector, plus we were not allowed to bring in anything with us. This insured the safety of both the detainees and also the staff that are present. We were also told about the different periods of time that the kids are generally kept at the JDC. This number ranged anywhere from twenty-one days to one inmate that has been in there more than five hundred. It is hard to imagine a youth being locked up for that long because time seems to go so much slower when you are young, so that must feel like a lifetime. Time spent that living in the JDC is only done if it is necessary, like the child is waiting on their hearing. We were also shown the home monitor ankle bracelet. This is a different means of monitoring the children, it is done so that they do not have to be in the facility but they can still be kept track of. From a criminal justice standpoint, I feel that these children are truly treated fairly in the JDC. They would not be there if their actions were not severe enough to warrant it, yet the way they go about it is less punishment and more discipline. He did make it very clear though that the children do often act out, and if they need to go hands on they have the right to do so. He spoke about how it is a lot like being a police officer. These employees go to work in the morning and want to ensure that they come home safely to their family that night. “Patriots123”
I'm also in a couple of Dr. White's classes and I thought the same thing. It's weird to think of something in multiple ways, but I guess that's what our sociology class is about! Yes! I also noticed the pain clothes and thought that was amazing. I think it really shows that the place is all about helping the kids out so they don't return. Not saying the county jail isn't doing that, but the JDC understands it's kids they are dealing with. The protection is needed and rightfully so, I wouldn't want my kid getting hurt in there. Some kids do spend a lot of time in there, but it's so they aren't causing trouble for others. It just takes different kids different amounts of time. I think ankle bracelets are a neat idea but only for certain cases, not everyone needs to be monitored for minor offenses. And lastly yes. This job is just as dangerous as monitoring grown men. Anything could happen at anytime. ^~^Itis456
The JDC was a very information trip. For various reasons. The first thing I noticed was how low the population was. Since the age group is from young ages of 7 to 17, I figured it would be higher. Although it is winter time, and like the lady walking with us said, it will increase once it gets hot. Not a lot of crime goes on once it cold. Guess that’s common sense though. Since children do commit one third of serious crime, I wasn’t surprised to hear that the kids locked up was in there for anything from homicide, to petty thefts. The JDC is structured really well. First off, the security is just as good as the county jail. With that being said, you would think it would look it was a jail. That was not the case. At first glance the dayrooms looked like daycares. At first I didn’t even notice the cells in the back. Their cells were like the adult cells. Bed stump, and toilet. Although, I believe they had a mirror, which I don’t think was given to adults in the county jail. All the rooms also had access to natural light. Something little but I’m sure helps with the kids mood. We were informed that the kids all have levels that show what privileges they have. It went from the normal white, to show they have normal privileges. Then went to blue for a little more. Then orange for a lot. It gets them out of their rooms when others can’t be out. Usually after hours. There’s only three pods being used since the low count of kids. We were shown around where the kids eat at. Which they do by pods. They actually have a lunch room to eat in. After that we were shown the gym they are able to use either to play basketball or work out. We got to see the medical door and the lady began to explain the diverse medical care they offer to each of the kids. All free of charge. They also consult with the doctors of the kids. Just to make sure they can try and continue a certain medication with the kids. Speaking of which, they take pride in their suicide watch program. They are always making sure kids are taken care of, and aren’t planning on hurting themselves. Especially the ones that just come in. They are looked at very closed and asked 37 hard and personal questions. Just to know what they are dealing with. Booking a child is never easy because their home life might not be the greatest. Which is why a lot of them are in there. During this booking they make sure to keep everything on close file in case of kids that want to return, which tends to happen. Lastly, the JDC has a camera room where someone is in charge of the locking of doors, and monitoring everything in the facility. Just like the county jail. The way I could relate this to my career is that I understand what children might have to go through. Why some are in and out of JDC, and why some want to come back. It also helps me to talk to children too. ^~^ Itis123
The JDC was a very information trip. For various reasons. The first thing I noticed was how low the population was. Since the age group is from young ages of 7 to 17, I figured it would be higher. Although it is winter time, and like the lady walking with us said, it will increase once it gets hot. Not a lot of crime goes on once it cold. Guess that’s common sense though. Since children do commit one third of serious crime, I wasn’t surprised to hear that the kids locked up was in there for anything from homicide, to petty thefts. The JDC is structured really well. First off, the security is just as good as the county jail. With that being said, you would think it would look it was a jail. That was not the case. At first glance the dayrooms looked like daycares. At first I didn’t even notice the cells in the back. Their cells were like the adult cells. Bed stump, and toilet. Although, I believe they had a mirror, which I don’t think was given to adults in the county jail. All the rooms also had access to natural light. Something little but I’m sure helps with the kids mood. We were informed that the kids all have levels that show what privileges they have. It went from the normal white, to show they have normal privileges. Then went to blue for a little more. Then orange for a lot. It gets them out of their rooms when others can’t be out. Usually after hours. There’s only three pods being used since the low count of kids. We were shown around where the kids eat at. Which they do by pods. They actually have a lunch room to eat in. After that we were shown the gym they are able to use either to play basketball or work out. We got to see the medical door and the lady began to explain the diverse medical care they offer to each of the kids. All free of charge. They also consult with the doctors of the kids. Just to make sure they can try and continue a certain medication with the kids. Speaking of which, they take pride in their suicide watch program. They are always making sure kids are taken care of, and aren’t planning on hurting themselves. Especially the ones that just come in. They are looked at very closed and asked 37 hard and personal questions. Just to know what they are dealing with. Booking a child is never easy because their home life might not be the greatest. Which is why a lot of them are in there. During this booking they make sure to keep everything on close file in case of kids that want to return, which tends to happen. Lastly, the JDC has a camera room where someone is in charge of the locking of doors, and monitoring everything in the facility. Just like the county jail. The way I could relate this to my career is that I understand what children might have to go through. Why some are in and out of JDC, and why some want to come back. It also helps me to talk to children too. ^~^ Itis456
The JDC was a very information trip. For various reasons. The first thing I noticed was how low the population was. Since the age group is from young ages of 7 to 17, I figured it would be higher. Although it is winter time, and like the lady walking with us said, it will increase once it gets hot. Not a lot of crime goes on once it cold. Guess that’s common sense though. Since children do commit one third of serious crime, I wasn’t surprised to hear that the kids locked up was in there for anything from homicide, to petty thefts. The JDC is structured really well. First off, the security is just as good as the county jail. With that being said, you would think it would look it was a jail. That was not the case. At first glance the dayrooms looked like daycares. At first I didn’t even notice the cells in the back. Their cells were like the adult cells. Bed stump, and toilet. Although, I believe they had a mirror, which I don’t think was given to adults in the county jail. All the rooms also had access to natural light. Something little but I’m sure helps with the kids mood. We were informed that the kids all have levels that show what privileges they have. It went from the normal white, to show they have normal privileges. Then went to blue for a little more. Then orange for a lot. It gets them out of their rooms when others can’t be out. Usually after hours. There’s only three pods being used since the low count of kids. We were shown around where the kids eat at. Which they do by pods. They actually have a lunch room to eat in. After that we were shown the gym they are able to use either to play basketball or work out. We got to see the medical door and the lady began to explain the diverse medical care they offer to each of the kids. All free of charge. They also consult with the doctors of the kids. Just to make sure they can try and continue a certain medication with the kids. Speaking of which, they take pride in their suicide watch program. They are always making sure kids are taken care of, and aren’t planning on hurting themselves. Especially the ones that just come in. They are looked at very closed and asked 37 hard and personal questions. Just to know what they are dealing with. Booking a child is never easy because their home life might not be the greatest. Which is why a lot of them are in there. During this booking they make sure to keep everything on close file in case of kids that want to return, which tends to happen. Lastly, the JDC has a camera room where someone is in charge of the locking of doors, and monitoring everything in the facility. Just like the county jail. The way I could relate this to my career is that I understand what children might have to go through. Why some are in and out of JDC, and why some want to come back. It also helps me to talk to children too. ^~^ Itis012
I agree with you when you said you were surprised with the juvenile Detention Center’s population. Our guide said it was because of the winter. That make sense because in the winter, the children and teens are not as active because of winter problems like the temperature, snow, etc. The summer provides a good opportunity, especially at night, to be able to complete crime in a comfortable background. Children are also out of school, if they attend, and are able to do more in summer. So that makes sense. It confused me for a good minute because I thought that they would want to get out of the cold but I was thinking homeless, not children / teens. –TheMarshall012/789
Going to the Juvenile Detention Center was very informative and really cleared up some things for me about the differences and the similar things between it and the jail. I was able to see how both the prisoners and the juveniles were treated and the main focus of their detention. The juveniles were placed in the detention center with the intention to both punish the youth for their previous wrongdoings and to rehabilitate them to prevent further criminal acts by the young man or woman. The jail, however, was acting more in an incapacitation kind of mode with the purpose to prevent crime by removing those who commit the crime into cells. The jail, however, said that it is starting to more into a more rehabilitative mindset. That will take time. I honestly thought the Juvenile Detention Center would have been more like the jail but it ended up looking more like a school with cells more than anything else. There were no uniformed guards, no identical prisoner uniforms, they can do a lot more, are more free, there are gyms, they go to school, etc. I honestly thought it would be more structured as a jail or a prison than a school, but I suppose it was a good thing I was wrong. This is a good thing because they are children, some younger than I, and I just do not believe a prison like style would be very good for them at a young age. My thoughts is that if it was like a jail or prison, we would have a lot of the same problems as if it was. These include recidivism, gang affiliation and action within the walls, etc. Somehow, I do not think that would help anyone. Not the children / young adults, not the correctional officers, not the community, and definitely not the future. –TheMarshall012/789
This was my second tour of the JDC and I still learned more information on it. I learned that the population went down and they only have 24 juveniles in there, I wish I could remember the number they had from last semester but I know it wasn't this low. This time we actually got to see one of the rooms in Cpod because there wasn't any one in them, all they have in there is a stump and a toilet and a small window because they have to have natural light too. They all have their own rooms, none of them are double booked, and they have their own shower time. When they first come to the juvenile detention center they all start out with a blue shirt, which means they have just their rights, but once they start showing good behavior they get to move up to different colored shirts, the orange shirt is the color shirt they would want because then they have the most privileges. If they start acting out and not behaving how they are suppose to they have a 5 minute time out, and if they are doing more serious things like hitting or screaming then they have 30 minutes in their room to self calm themselves and still have to come out and do their 5 minute time out. They JDC doesn't cook their own meals, they are brought over from the jail on a truck, they are allowed 3 meals and a snack. They have teachers from Limestone that comes over and teaches them, they have to go to school everyday just like any other kid. I couldn't imagine being a teacher for them though because the age group various in the classrooms. They are offered medical and their basic dental, and they do not have to pay for them it is offered through the state. I never realized how much questions and stuff they have to do when they are being booked. They have to sit and answer at least 53 different questions, like were they ever abused, have they ever harmed themselves, etc. They also do a screening process for whoever might be sent to the JDC before they even book them. I learned that their visits are only a half an hour and the ones that live an hour away usually get up to an hour of time on their visit. Last thing we were able to see was the control room, which was just like the jail where whoever is in the control room is the only one to let people in and open the doors and also handles the calls from the police and also calls from families scheduling visits. I like how the lady that took my group on the tour said that we really try to help them, we don't judge them and we try to give them support and show them that they are there to help them. She also said that for a lot of these kids that are in there, the JDC was home to them because that's where they feel the safest, and unfortunately they have kids that get out of there and end up back in there just because they liked it there and they felt safe. Everyone that works in the JDC has or has to have a bachelor degree, and like she said you have to want to help these children to succeed in this job. She also said that every child that was in the JDC has previously been abused in some way and has had some type of trauma happen to them. I am glad that I was given the opportunity to go on this tour again and learn more information on it. Motocross123
I have to say the JDC tour was interesting. I have noticed that the workers there are young. They told us we had to put everything in the lockers because of the metal detectors we had to walk through. My group went in to the control room, where they control the doors and view on the monitors in the room where the inmates are in. My tour guy took my group to the intake room. I learned that they can strip search the child if it is needed, while in there they compile personal history and medical history. I learned that they don’t have a 24-hour nurse in the facility, but they do have a nurse that comes in to disburse medical help. After that room we went in to Pod- A, where they keep the older kids in. The room next to Pod-A had another Pod that had smaller boys and had females in that room, but they had them in separate rooms. The reason why they had them in separate rooms is because of sexual contact and raging hormones. We went to the cafeteria to look in there. The cafeteria is real small, and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. If the kid starts acting up in there, then they put them in time out. They usually get 20 minutes to eat but if they act up they lose 5 minutes of their eating time. Their time out is facing the wall with their hands behind their back. Then the tour guy took us into the gym. The kids can play basketball or get in their workout in. Our tour guide said they do go in them to play basketball with the kids. When we were in there, someone asked what about education. The tour guide said, “the kids have to go to school 4 times a week.” We went to the classroom and that room was interesting. They had a smart board were the instructor teaches the kids and the desk were the instructor sits they have colored pictures. The kids colored them and hanged them up. After that we were done with the tour we went back to the lobby. -- Softball112
I have to say the JDC tour was interesting. I have noticed that the workers there are young. They told us we had to put everything in the lockers because of the metal detectors we had to walk through. My group went in to the control room, where they control the doors and view on the monitors in the room where the inmates are in. My tour guy took my group to the intake room. I learned that they can strip search the child if it is needed, while in there they compile personal history and medical history. I learned that they don’t have a 24-hour nurse in the facility, but they do have a nurse that comes in to disburse medical help. After that room we went in to Pod- A, where they keep the older kids in. The room next to Pod-A had another Pod that had smaller boys and had females in that room, but they had them in separate rooms. The reason why they had them in separate rooms is because of sexual contact and raging hormones. We went to the cafeteria to look in there. The cafeteria is real small, and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. If the kid starts acting up in there, then they put them in time out. They usually get 20 minutes to eat but if they act up they lose 5 minutes of their eating time. Their time out is facing the wall with their hands behind their back. Then the tour guy took us into the gym. The kids can play basketball or get in their workout in. Our tour guide said they do go in them to play basketball with the kids. When we were in there, someone asked what about education. The tour guide said, “the kids have to go to school 4 times a week.” We went to the classroom and that room was interesting. They had a smart board were the instructor teaches the kids and the desk were the instructor sits they have colored pictures. The kids colored them and hanged them up. After that we were done with the tour we went back to the lobby. --Softball456
The JDC tour was way more interesting than the actual jail. The kids looked more respectful and were more calm. I'm sure they came from homes that they really didn't have the support system that we have. Parents are one of the main reason for the kids that are in their. Seeking attention, usually what every kid wants, especially if they don't get it at home. I thought it was interesting that our tour guy had brought out one of the kids from the block. You could tell that he was one of the better kids. He showed respect to us, which I thought was very important. The kids were being taught how to act right before they got released into the real world again. The kids that are locked up in the JDC, they are getting taught the right ways. I really like how they run their system. You could tell that the people that worked there, they wanted to help these kids. Yes, there always needs discipline if the kids are acting up. Most importantly the kids can go to school and learn still. The tour guy also said that there are cards they give them, and if you don't have enough card slips to go to the gym or play on the ps4, that they have to stay locked up. Discipline in a huge factor in these kids life, especially if they never had it before. Cheer123
The JDC tour was way more interesting than the actual jail. The kids looked more respectful and were more calm. I'm sure they came from homes that they really didn't have the support system that we have. Parents are one of the main reason for the kids that are in their. Seeking attention, usually what every kid wants, especially if they don't get it at home. I thought it was interesting that our tour guy had brought out one of the kids from the block. You could tell that he was one of the better kids. He showed respect to us, which I thought was very important. The kids were being taught how to act right before they got released into the real world again. The kids that are locked up in the JDC, they are getting taught the right ways. I really like how they run their system. You could tell that the people that worked there, they wanted to help these kids. Yes, there always needs discipline if the kids are acting up. Most importantly the kids can go to school and learn still. The tour guy also said that there are cards they give them, and if you don't have enough card slips to go to the gym or play on the ps4, that they have to stay locked up. Discipline in a huge factor in these kids life, especially if they never had it before. Cheer456
The JDC tour taught me alot about how they run it. I liked how it wasn't like the jail it was more like a teaching process for these kids. They were not criminals, and if they were they aren't anymore. I learned alot from this tour how the kids can still get in time out. Also learned when they get brought in they have a fingerprint process which gets sent to the court. If the person is transgender they let them choose where they feel most comfortable at. I like that they have a big gym where they get tot workout and play basketball or whatever sport they would like. They are trying to teach this kids right behavior. The juvenile center is doing everything in there power to keep these kids on the right path in life. Im sure most of these kids don't have a dad or mom back at home. The kids need the father figure in there life. I also was paying attention when the officers went into there blocks. They made conversation with the kids. They didn't just treat them like they were nothing. The officers are trying to get these kids jobs or even great schooling. I like that they have counselors there to help them talk about their problems. These kids are exploring new opportunities to get there life back on track. They are getting a second chance when they go here. It's more like a rehabilitation program. Not like a jail. These officers are giving these kids a second chance at life and trying to make them feel at home. They are teaching them respect and responsibilities. Conrad123
The JDC tour taught me alot about how they run it. I liked how it wasn't like the jail it was more like a teaching process for these kids. They were not criminals, and if they were they aren't anymore. I learned alot from this tour how the kids can still get in time out. Also learned when they get brought in they have a fingerprint process which gets sent to the court. If the person is transgender they let them choose where they feel most comfortable at. I like that they have a big gym where they get tot workout and play basketball or whatever sport they would like. They are trying to teach this kids right behavior. The juvenile center is doing everything in there power to keep these kids on the right path in life. Im sure most of these kids don't have a dad or mom back at home. The kids need the father figure in there life. I also was paying attention when the officers went into there blocks. They made conversation with the kids. They didn't just treat them like they were nothing. The officers are trying to get these kids jobs or even great schooling. I like that they have counselors there to help them talk about their problems. These kids are exploring new opportunities to get there life back on track. They are getting a second chance when they go here. It's more like a rehabilitation program. Not like a jail. These officers are giving these kids a second chance at life and trying to make them feel at home. They are teaching them respect and responsibilities. Conrad456
Going into the Peoria county juvenile detention center was an extremely exciting event. there was definitely a huge almost night and day difference between the adult jail and the detention center. First thing I saw that was different was that the employees or “child development specialist” did not wear any uniform. Instead they wore regular clothing so that it’s not intimidating for the juveniles as opposed to regular guard uniforms. The second major thing I noticed was that there were encouraging signs and posters on the wall that made it look more like a school then a detention center. It just gave a more happy and hopeful feeling to the building. Also in the day rooms there is more for the juveniles to do such as TV and a ping pong tables that way they are not just sitting in the room. Another major thing I noticed as we were walking through the tour was that the classrooms were just like in a classroom I have ever been in. I think it is great that they make them go to school for normal primary and high school hours. It was really good to see that they put such an emphasis on rehabilitating these kids and even helping them succeed more than they would have the chance to on the outside. One of the biggest story is that stuck with me on this tour was that there was a young girl over the summer that was thought to keep doing crimes in order for the police to take her back to the juvenile detention center because her like on the outside was so bad. She was happy to have the structure, 3 meals a day, and to not be abused. Over all I really enjoyed this tour and my heart really went out to the kids in their and that would definitely be something i would even love to do after I get a bachelor's degree. -RHB012/789
After mulling over what the purpose of this visit was it's evident that the Juvenille Detention Center is the very first part of an elaborate puzzle to deter recidivism. We know that 1/3 of all serious offences are done by the younger members of our society and as we saw on our tour we are funneling plenty of resources to help rehabilitate these youths. We got to see the security, staff, education, cafeteria, communal areas and general facility that these minors work with every day. I generally didn't see anything to really critique the place for, not even the behavior of the children. Particularly the child that my group got to meet was simply interested in following the instructions of the staff member and giving a handshake to all of the tourists. It's evident that the rewards based behavior therapy has had significant results among the people who are, in all honesty, incarcerated there. Though it doesn't even seem like incarceration from what I briefly saw. Many of the aspects of the place that I witnessed seemed like standard highschool or middleschool, specifically the classroom, cafeteria and gym. Everything was surprisingly clean and the place was generally better managed than the jail in my opinion. The place didn't have a stench, the place seemed more like a habitable environment and the staff seemed more excited about their jobs. That may be because of the 4 year degree that is mandated to work there, which in all honesty turned me away from the thought of ever working there, but I was generally impressed with everything that I got to see. -TaxSeason 123 456 789
After taking this juvenile detention center tour it really took my heart, and made me think maybe I could do this as a job. There was so many different aspects between the JDC and the actually jail. First thing that I noticed right off the bat was that the child development specialists did not wear uniforms, all the wore and carried was a radio and keys. This surprised me but was special because they were not there to intimidate the children but rather teach them and have them them learn. They also were very compassionate and seemed liked they really cared about the children and really wanted them to learn and get out. The second thing was it was a very friendly environment, this meaning that they had pictures and paintings all over the walls and it was very vibrant and colorful. It was very different compared to the jail. It looked exactly like a preschool would look besides having cells in each pod. Another big difference was they still had school for the students so they are still learning while one the inside. The even made sure if the student had a special condition they make sure to give them the appropriate reading and learning material to help them succeed. They are truly there to help the kids in any way but they unfortunately see a lot of them return. They said they believed one girl keep coming back on minor offenses because they believed it was better than her homelife. Which is very sad because it is not uncommon for kids to walk in there abused in any sort of way. So they truly try to make it comfortable as they can but with the strict code. Even with sad cases they always have happy cases. Our tour guide said that she does have a lot only come in one time and they will eventually see them all grown up doing great with their whole lives ahead of them. Hollywood789
The tour of the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center was very interesting. Throughout the tour, I noticed that everything such as the walls, halls, etc. were all covered with posters, paintings, and things like that. The inside did not look anything like the Peoria County Jail were the adults stay at all. One thing that really stood out to me was how much the staff working at the juvenile detention center really cared about the kids who were there. Throughout the tour, we learned how the kids do not want to leave when their time in the facility is up because they have built such strong relationships with the staff there. Also, a major focus is rehab in this facility, while the adult facility is focused on punishment. This is the case because by focusing on rehabilitating and helping juveniles at their ages, there is still a chance to help them get over any obstacles they are facing and give them a second chance at having a better life. Rehab cannot be a focus in an adult facility because it is too late for adults to be fixed most of the time. They are so deep in trouble that their chances to make up for their mistakes and fix their lives have pretty much vanished. A final thing that I really liked was how much school is enforced on the kids. A major emphasis in a juvenile facility is education. Just like a normal grade school or high school, these kids still go through a normal school day and receive homework, take tests, etc. I really like this as most of these kids are coming from places where it makes it very hard for them to receive the education they need. However, at the JDC, these kids are receiving their education and not just sitting around, doing nothing. -Fozz789
Going to the Juvenile Detention Center and touring it was amazing. There were many ups and downs to it but as far as the program it was great! I loved the fact that they incorporate daily activities and that it is not just a jail cell for these young people. These children get the opportunity to go to school and learn the social skills and have focus groups that teach these young ones the things they need that they are obviously not being taught outside of the facility. I think what saddened me the most was there are actually kids in there that commit stupid small crimes just so they can go back there. It is a place that has structure for them. It is a place where they get 3 meals. It’s a place they can get medical help whether it be physical or mental help. It is a place where they have shelter. It is a place where they can no longer be harmed. These kids are in a place where they can't be physically, mentally, sexually, or emotionally abused anymore. This is very sad to me especially have a child of my own I could never imagine not providing the essentials for my child. I could never imagine or allow my child to just live on the streets. Im not saying this is what happens to all these children but there are children in there that don’t have parent that care or put their wellbeing first. I loved the fact that they require every resident to have natural lighting in their rooms. The other thing I thought was a fantastic way to improve themselves was the colored shirt program. They have different stages where they better they behave and the harder they work the higher they get in the color of shirts they wear. The higher they get the more privileges they get. The kids have something that helps them better themselves instead of just getting out. These kids are offered so many ways to express themselves and have many adults there that are rooting for them to better themselves. It truly is an amazing program and to see the staff to strive to continue to make it better makes all the difference to these kids. UofM 123 & Tanker456
I really enjoyed being a part of one of the Juvinile Detention Center tours. It was an amazing experience. Walking through the JDC resembled a school to me. It did not seem like a jail to me. Obviously those who are there for their problems and wrong doings are there for a reason, but they were not treated as criminals unless they behaved like them. The guys who led my group seemed to know most of if not all the kids names who are residents there at the moment and I thought that was very personal and helpful probably as well. I think that the JDC is a great place to rehab kids who need the help and that it is a friendly place. They have jobs and things for the kids to do all around the building such as cleaning and laundry and gyms where they can work out and play. They go to school four days a week and sometimes five. The teachers that are there are teachers from Limestone Community High School which I liked that they are including the ocmmunity in this. - mommaj'skid012
With this being my second tour of the Juvenile Detention Center, I still learn new things every time I have gone. This time going I did notice that it was a lot quieter than my last visit. I believe this is because they do not have as many kids as they did last semester. Last semester we actually seen them in their day rooms, and this time they were off showering. The thing that I have noticed both times that have stayed the same is obviously there message they try to show the kids that come in and how it does not look anything like the adult jail next door. Which to me is a good thing because they are trying to restructer these kid sinstead of the jail next door which is punishment. The thing that I learned this time was that there are actually kids who do stuff just to be put back in the Juvenile Detention Center. This is because they have three square meals a day and have structure. Which to me is sad that kids have such a bad home life that they want to get locked up because they have very little structure at home. Another great thing about the Juvenile Detention Center is that they have the kids attend school while they are there. This program is through the Limestone school district and when the kids get out the school transfers with them so they do not miss out on any education while they are in the Detention Center. The guy who was giving my group the tour showed us what some of the kids have actually painted on the walls in the classroom and they are amazing. Everytime I have left this tour I leave learning something new, this place is a great place for helping the children that end up being there because of their actions. Trojan123,456
I went to this it was very good because they offer different programs from these kids. Like if you want do this job you think like it's another job you have to have right mind set want help these kids. Another thing you have be patience because sometimes these kids have attitude. Some these kids like being these however its can help them most times they don't have a place to eat at or place stay at. The program has went down that good they don't want them come back they want you to move on stay out of this. However, most times they will end back in there. When you first come to the juvenile you start with a white shirt and you have to work way up it all depends on you and what kind person you are. The thing I like what they don't treat them like a jail. They also try to give them out of the room because you don't need be in a room all day. Now if you don't follow the rules you will have to sit out in time out if you don’t than you will more likely will end up in room. If you someone who on suicide watch they will have to keep eye on you and can't be around everyone else. The room is very small and when you first come they do path down and ask you a lot question about yourself have you ate at all see where the perfect fit for yourself. The art on gym was pretty nice and look good also most people in there usually play basketball. IF you see one the officer like touch one them in wrong way you need to reports and you hope that don't happens at all. This job is not for everyone you got be a person who like kids and want help them also.
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Many of the young people here find structure, etc. it was far more humane than we see on television. This meant more to me than anything. Most of these young people need guidance and affection in many instances. JustSaying345
ReplyDeleteI’m actually elated we went! I can’t imagine getting this criminal justice degree and not seeing these places.......My hat off to the JDC staff and Prof. for this tour. CRJ4Life456
ReplyDeleteI know this criminal justice not for everyone those who went out this tour this give you information a way you can look at it different someone think like a cop you can look from these kids made mistake. what make you better you can either try help these kids who think don't need your help they do.
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I attended both the JDC tour and the Jail tour. From what I have seen on both of these is that the Superintendents and the Sheriff have taken a different stance on crime. Rather than lock up the offender and throw out the key, they are focused on rehabilitating the offender. This is instrumental in being able to be a productive member of society once you exit either facility. One quote from the Sheriff that stuck in my head is " 60% of the people in here are good people... good people that made a bad decision and they unfortunately have to deal with the consequences of that decision. This stuck with me because it shows me that he has taken a different way of thinking about the offenders and crime. He could have very well just put them in the cells and provided the very basics. But he has chosen to push for programs that help them with education, jobs, mental health, healthcare. It is important to not only care for the victim, but to also take a look at and try to understand the offender. Otherwise, it will more than likely happen again. I am very grateful for the opportunity to go through these tours. JE123
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DeleteI was very surprised that the jail and JDC were not like what I have always imagined or what I have seen on tv, where the residents are treated very poorly. I really like the idea that there is a sense of boundary between the residents and the offices or workers, but that they try to create a sense of respect and respect the dignity of all the residents. At the JDC, especially in the intake area, a positive relationship and environment is established. I feel that is just what some of the residents need in their life because many of them have probably not been respected or valued in their life, so they lack a sense of self-worth. MySliceofthePi012
DeleteThese officers do care about these people because most time you get those folks who don't care about them just money however these people want help and try have them have better life before its too late. This is real not like on TV some of the stuff are fake.
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The tour of the Juvenile Detention Center was very fascinating, and it was not at all how I had envisioned it to be, but as I person studying to pursue a career in the health field, I was very interested in learning about a few of the common medical protocols at the JDC. Upon the arrest of a minor, they are taken to the JDC. First they enter through the intake area where they must be checked over. A very important step of the intake process is having the child take a survey, known as MAYSI II, that indicates to the workers if and where on a scale a child falls for being suicidal. A downfall to the survey is that many repeat offenders have been through the survey before, so they think they can avoid being put on suicide watch by answering “no” to all the questions. However, past records on the child can override answers to their current survey. Residents that are put on suicide watch must be checked on every four or fifteen minutes depending on the severity of the case. In addition, all intake residents must shower or at least wash their hair before entering the facility. Then, they must be given a physical to make sure they are otherwise in good health. If someone has been assaulted in the past or for some reason is uncomfortable with a bathroom in their room, the JDC has a few what they call “dry rooms” that do not have a bathroom facility in them. While they don’t like to use these rooms that often, they are nice to have and have benefits for certain individuals with different needs. While in the facility, residents must fill out a medical form if they want or need any sort of care. Even the desire to clean out one’s ears with a Q-tip must be asked for with a medical card because (although it is hard to imagine and sad to say) the kids can make a weapon out of a Q-tip. Something that was interesting is that the children are allowed to take medication while a resident at the JDC, while the jail inmates were not able to take their own medication. As I walked through the facility, something that seemed like a good idea to me were the black “grievance boxes.” The residents can write down (with the request of writing utensil and paper) any grievances, concerns, or issues they may have encountered that made the feel uncomfortable. This gives the child a voice and a way to interact with others if they may not want to talk face to face, with someone, at that time. MySliceofthePi012
ReplyDeleteI too found the grievance boxes to be an excellent idea and incredibly fascinating. I loved that they provided a means by which detainees (who have essentially been stripped of their free will) can communicate their worries, concerns, or problems with members of staff. I think it must be comforting to know that they have the ability to anonymously submit a concern if they are uncomfortable - it puts power back in their hands (to a small extent), and allows them to feel less helpless. In an environment with so much control over them, a system such as this must help diffuse the tension between the staffers and detainees.
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I was really interested and captivated by the tour of the Juvenile Detention Center. Walking through the halls and having someone describe the various day-to-day activities of the the detainees, members of staff, and even personnel who run the security and management of the facility was highly fascinating and very eye-opening.
ReplyDeleteThe main idea of the detention center is that, in sociological terms, it is a controlling institution - an institution brought about with the intent of establishing order. I had a picture of what I thought I’d see, find, and experience in my mind, but the atmosphere and attitude of the detention center were not what I expected. I was impressed at the level of education that was instilled and applied upon taking the tour. I didn’t realize that was something that was valued so highly in a place like that, but it does make sense. Oftentimes, when trying to reduce or eliminate undesirable behaviors in people, establishing that sense of normalcy, consistency, and methodical repetition is very beneficial. In general, having structure is a good thing, and the schooling they offer is a great way to accomplish that effectively.
I found it interesting how certain objects that don’t mean much to us carry a great deal of meaning inside the walls of the detention center. Something as mundane as a colored BIC pen that holds virtually no monetary value is an item of both high value and must be guarded very carefully because of the coupons the staff members pass out to reward positive behavior and progress. That is something that is so important inside the walls, but citizens not detained in the center would not think of those items that way - I have probably thrown away countless colored BIC pens that are $1.50 a pack of 24 at the store. Things like that reminded of how certain items carry relative meaning: things that are important to some may not be important to others, and visa versa.
One final thing I noticed about the Juvenile Detention Center is level at which they uphold guidelines and security (which is to be expected at a place like this.) However, while we were on the tour, there was a code shouted over the radio, and members of the staff rushed immediately to assist whoever was calling for assistance. It was a scary moment, but it was an excellent example of the vigilance that must be applied by all of the staffers there.
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Great thoughts! I really like how you looked at the importance of the colored pens that the staff use for filling out coupons for the kids in the Juvenile Detention Center and how many of us would overlook such a small thing within our lives. Yet, the staff have to keep track of each colored pen as it is very important to the young kids within the JD Center. Most of us would overlook such small thing as a pen. This felt like a small reminder of how much we should value what we have, even the smallest things like a pen. -THEARSONIST012
DeleteI think this tour was a great experience for me. This was my first time in a juvenile detention center and I found it to be very eye opening. The tour was wonderful, I truly felt that I was able to get a very real idea as to how a day inside of a Juvenile Detention Center would be like. The staff and personnel were very kind and I was given the impression that they truly cared for these kids that they are taking care and watching over. Although it is a very difficult environment to create a real-life experience, the staff at the Juvenile Detention Center do a very good job of trying their best to create a livable and positive space for the kids. The inside of the detention center, although it felt a little isolated, was a positive environment. The schooling, and the schooling space that they provide for the kids is actually really cool. The way that they are arranged and conducted within the Juvenile Detention Center, it actually appears to be a fairly normal classroom setting which is really cool. I’m sure that it is far from normal living inside that Juvenile Detention Center, however I found it wonderful that there is a small sense of normality. I was happy to hear that most of the kids that come to the Juvenile Detention Center don’t often stay very long. The normal stay is pretty short. However, in the case that a child would stay longer the average stay there are very willing to accommodate and cater to the child’s needs in order that they might thrive outside in the world. I personally found it kinda sad to see young kids in a place such as this. It makes me feel sad to know that there are young children that are troubled as much as this, however I am happy to know that there is such a positive place for them to go. Through the Juvenile Detention Center they are given many opportunities to succeed and create lives for themselves. For that I am inspired and hopeful for the future of our kids in America. -THEARSONIST012
ReplyDeleteI did not go to the regular jail tour last week, but I imagine it was quite different from the juvenile corrections center. We did not see or interact with many of the residents, but overall it seemed like a boarding school with more locked doors. That is not a criticism, I think the rehabilitation aspect of it seems very important, and having a place that is safe and has structure is a part of that. I also liked the inspirational quotes they had everywhere: painted on the walls, on dry erase boards, cut outs, etc. I understand what he said about juveniles needing structure and corrections. I remember being that age, having all kinds of structure and school activities and still getting into trouble, so it must be hard when there are no good distractions and life at home isn’t peachy. Criminal justice is not the degree I am pursuing, but it was heartening to see how amicable the employees were and how much they genuinely seemed to care about their jobs and their wards. The first room that we entered, the monitoring room? I thought I was a multi-tasker…but when he asked if we thought we were I couldn’t even raise my hand because it looked like that woman had so much on her plate. I respected how much real work she has to put into her job every day. Other than that the only thing I have left to say is the resident that they had come in to talk to us seemed like a fine guy, especially in the fact that he did not want to be there and shake all of our hands. I understand why he got the orange shirt, and it must have been really difficult to obtain because I don’t think I could do that if our roles were switched.
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I like how although Criminal Justice is not your field of study, you still tried to retain the information and compare it to your life. I do not plan on entering this field either. However, I remember him repeating to us that this type of job can help you deal with people. What better people to learn to deal with? If you can effectively communicate with someone that is in these detention centers, than communicating with others should seem just as easy, if not easier. I wonder if they would offer internships to people who would just like to i interact with others and it never crossed my mind until I woke up this morning. Haha.
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I loved touring the detention facility for juveniles. Looking back on all of the information Mrs. Smith provided to all of our questions, I could see myself working there with children. I enjoyed seeing the different classrooms and hearing about the teachers that come out and teach the kids at the facility. I also remember all of the murals around the facility, and how the administrator told us that artists would come in, outline the murals on the wall, and then let the kids paint them in their free time. I loved that the kids still had freedom of expression while being put away on bad behavior; that they could paint and draw on the walls as a newer way to express themselves, and encourage creative thinking skills. While touring the C Pod, I also saw how the rooms are laid out. The kids obviously get more privileges wit their rooms that the adults next door. The kids get a mattress when they come in, as well as a sheet and 2 blankets; they also have a toilet and sink in their room which is a great sense of security for them while they are housed. From what I remember in the adult facility, the rooms just have a bed slab, a desk and a mirror in their room; they did not have the luxury of a bathroom in their room, or even the privacy to go to the bathroom. These kids have it so good in this facility; they have safety, security, privacy, schooling and ways to learn more about the changing world beyond the doors they are behind. Overall, I personally loved the tour, and it made me think about what I would like to do with my career. -ThisPrincessSavesHerself456
ReplyDeleteI agree with you i could see myself work with these young kids and try make a different on someone life before its too late. I know a lot people say they want help but the truth is they don't but however there are those people out there want help these kids b before get caught up in the prison life style.
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When i first went there i thought it was gonna be like what you see om TV. It was not i got a lot information because I want be there help these young kids make the right choices before it's too late. I know some of them won't listen i believe over time you will get to them hopeful. It can work because if you can stop now you may stop them from being lock up in prison . It all depends on what kind person you are and what kind of leader you are to and are you someone who can talk to them or you someone who do it be yelling at them.
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After attending the JDC tour, I must say I do not regret taking my time out of the day to go. I was shocked to see the similarities and differences of the actual JDC experience compared to how it is shown in media today. One of the first areas to catch my attention was the control room. What I liked most about the control room would have to be the fact that there was so much to be done and it’s handled by one person. I have always been super good at multitasking but a job like this never came to thought when I decided what my major would be. But i do know that if plan a falls through, there is still things out there like that in which I can get into instead. After we got to check out the control room, we were taken to the area that the juveniles come to upon their initial arrival. I thought it was awesome how fingerprinting, the mug shot and strip search are all done in the same place. In media, this process is hardly ever shown, so for me to be able to see the set up in real life made it more surreal experience for me. I enjoyed seeing the juveniles the most out of the whole tour. When one of the individuals came out to introduce himself and shake our hands, that really opened my eyes a lot more to the whole experience. Stereotyping is so easy to do, even without meaning to and I caught myself making that stereotype before he was on the same side of the glass as me. Being able to interact with him melted my entire heart, he was so kind and just as respectful as anyone else I had ever met. Knowing that he is one of the best there, behavior wise really makes me hopefully and excited for the other individuals there that want to be and do better. The rest of the tour consisted of what they’d spend their days doing. I was happy to see the gym and educational room, I feel that it shows how much love and effort is being put into these juveniles. I think that in contrast with the media, this JDC facility showed me that the staff does genuinely care about the lives of their inmates. Even though the circumstances aren’t the best, I feel like a lot of the people involved with these kids would say that they have changed each other's lives for the better every single day.
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I also though the trip to the JDC was very much worth the time! Yes, media does barely show any close up real footage of an actually facility like the JDC. The program is being run seems very fair, they also mentioned that they eliminated strip searches and they were very glad of that of course. Sometimes they would lie on the questions and they have a way of going around that, so they catch up to that asap. Overall, the place seems good and I can see why nobody would not complain at all. - LILPUMP012
DeleteThis is my second time visiting a Juvenile Detention Center, and I still enjoyed every opportunity that I had to visit one. Our tour guide who is one of the assistant supervisors shows us that they are using an ankle bracelet as a new way to reduce the number of young offenders in the facility center. What I notice at first is that it was way quite this time than my last visit, probably because of the lower number of young offenders, and the new way of their system. The pods they had is a look-alike of the jail and males and females are being separated. They had a small medical facility which provides dental, health, and medication to youth. They have a psychologist who comes in to check on the youth twice a week. I like that education is being given to the youth, even though it's only for four days a week. Way better because it is the very most important, helpful, and something that everyone needs. I do like the gym, where they can play, exercise, making arts, and crafts that help them to stay interacted with one another. The way of their booking a young offender is called intake which includes body search, mug shot, strip-search if necessary, and more which examined by medical stuff. Also, if needed and requested, they are being tested for sexually transmitted diseases. He mentioned that some young offenders walk-in to surrender because they have no family to come back or nowhere to go. I believe that they also have a contract with ERS (Emergency Response Service) and OSF and the detention center is open 24 hours. Also, the center is fully accredited not regularly but with high standard. What I like about the tour is knowing the shirt color system that the detention center is implementing and the way of giving them five-minute time out for disobeying rules, minimize tension, and such aggressive behavior. I like how the staff cares and treats them nicely which everybody needs even though they make mistakes. -Chopper123
ReplyDeleteOur tour guide who is one of the assistant supervisors shows us that they are using an ankle bracelet as a new way to reduce the number of young offenders in the facility center. What I notice at first is that it was way quite this time than my last visit, probably because of the lower number of young offenders, and the new way of their system. This is my second time visiting a Juvenile Detention Center, and I still enjoyed every opportunity that I had to visit one. The way of their booking a young offender is called intake which includes body search, mug shot, strip-search if necessary, and more which examined by medical stuff. Also, if needed and requested, they are being tested for sexually transmitted diseases. He mentioned that some young offenders walk-in to surrender because they have no family to come back or nowhere to go. They had a small medical facility which provides dental, health, and medication to youth. I believe that they also have a contract with ERS (Emergency Response Service) and OSF and the detention center is open 24 hours. Also, the center is fully accredited not regularly but with high standard. They have a psychologist who comes in to check on the youth twice a week. The pods they had is a look-alike of the jail and males and females are being separated. I do like the gym, where they can play, exercise, making arts, and crafts that help them to stay interacted with one another. I like how the staff cares and treats them nicely which everybody needs even though they make mistakes. What I like about the tour is that education is being given to the youth, even though it's only for four days a week. Way better because it is the very most important, helpful, and something that everyone needs. Also, the shirt color system that the detention center is implementing and the way of giving them five-minute time out for disobeying rules, minimize tension, and such aggressive behavior. -Chopper456
ReplyDeleteI thought the medical stuff was super cool. It really sad to think that a lot of these children have never really had proper medical care, so if there is one positive benefit for them being in there it is that they can finally have their medical needs taken care of. We were told that a lot of times females come into the facility and do not even know that they are pregnant, so this enables them to ensure that this baby is going to be taking care of while she is carrying her or him. The services they provide truly show how much they care. “Patriots012”
DeleteI really liked the trip with the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center. I founded very insightful because of how they ran their system is mostly fair game for every individual, including the guards. When the guards first introduced themselves, I noticed they don’t have uniforms. The building itself seems small in the outside, but in the inside is fairly big. The way the building is structured close to an actually prions, kind of homey as well, and a lot of other different aspects in the detention center. They mentioned a lot that they are using the physical keys to open doors, but trying to change to a computer to door key mode, if it makes sense. Also, I like how they take their job serious. Personally, what I thought was the coolest part was where they showed us the classroom and the procedures of how to be in class. They teach them Math, Science, English, and other types of classes. The teachers that come and teach them are from Limestone. The rules in all classes are read to them at all times, so incase if any individual tries to disobey. Also, if they are in for good behavior than they receive these coupons that is like money, and they can use it to buy cookies, muffins, and all the good stuff. They also notice on the little stuff, such as acknowledgement to the teachers and guards. Also, they have courts for P.E. classes and a court outside. Overall, the way they run the place is very fair and kind of hard not to disobey because they seem to treat every person as human beings. The facility is more of a rehabilitation for kids, and less of a prison, which was nice. Also, another aspect of the program is suicide watch. Those who are a danger to themselves are being put in the watch check up every four minutes. The program over all is more to help the kids and really make them feel comfortable. Also, they said that in the lunch room is one of the most dangerous places for the guards and the individuals because it easy for them to access pointy items easier. Overall, I am glad I went to the trip and founded again very insightful! - LILPUMP012
ReplyDeleteI also noticed that the guards were b not wearing uniforms. To me, this was one of my favorite parts of the whole JDC. I have a feeling that many of the detainees do not have the greatest view of law enforcement, so the fact that they are not wearing uniforms probably majorly helps with the way the children act towards them. Also, this gives the children the feeling that they are not too far gone, that they do not have to be in this place in their lives forever. Overall, I also thought the environment of the building itself was very homey like you said. “Patriots123”
DeleteI have been on this tour through the Juvenile Detention Center four or five times now and I always learn something new and see something I haven't seen before. During this tour the facility had far fewer inmates than the past times I have gone which is a good thing. Also, I have learned that they for there probation programs are know using ankle bracelets to track the person daily. Yes this is a great idea but as we have talked in class this idea really is a money pit for one main reason. That reason being that we overuse the bracelet and we put everyone on it. If we do this then it just makes it harder to track the individuals that need to be tracked do to all the "traffic" with all the other offenders using the bracelet. Also they way the facility is geared is for rehabilitation which is a great way to gear any facility. Our jails and prisons need to be geared this way to in today's world. We need to work with job programs that can help these offenders get out of jail and we actually increase their percentage of staying out of the system then have it stay the same or worsen it. By having these job programs and the social skills which JDC teaches it will help these people get out of the life they are living. Usually once a person gets out of jail or prison they go home to the same environment they just left and do the same exact thing which is commit crime because that is all they know how to do because they have lived that lifestyle for so long. The Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center is trying to stop this problem at the root by continuing their education while they are locked up, teaching them social skills, and teaching them simple things like how to set up a bank account. NDIrish123.
ReplyDeleteThis was my first time going to the JDC. I think it's awesome there's always something new to learn when you go. Makes me want to go next year. The inmates were low, although it was cold outside still. The ankle bracelet is nice and a lazy way to police, but I agree with what you are saying with it being a money pit. Yes rehabilitation is great and I love how they are trying to help the kids out that are in there. I wish someone taught me all the finical stuff these kids are learning
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I like how you said that jails and prison systems need to have these programs that the JDC offered because like you said the people that get out of jail or prison go back to the same lifestyle they left because they don't know of any different, if these programs were offered to them it might help them branch away from their home life and keep themselves from reentering the prison or jail. I haven't gone as much as you have but this was my second tour and like you said in the beginning the population was down just from last semester when I went. I also learned this time about the ankle bracelets for the ones that are on probation, and I agree that it is just a money pit because of how much they over use it. You can definitely tell that the people that work there are really trying to help these kids away from a life time of being in the judicial system.Motocross123
DeleteI have been on this tour through the Juvenile Detention Center four or five times now and I always learn something new and see something I haven't seen before. During this tour the facility had far fewer inmates than the past times I have gone which is a good thing. Also, I have learned that they for there probation programs are know using ankle bracelets to track the person daily. Yes this is a great idea but as we have talked in class this idea really is a money pit for one main reason. That reason being that we overuse the bracelet and we put everyone on it. If we do this then it just makes it harder to track the individuals that need to be tracked do to all the "traffic" with all the other offenders using the bracelet. Also they way the facility is geared is for rehabilitation which is a great way to gear any facility. Our jails and prisons need to be geared this way to in today's world. We need to work with job programs that can help these offenders get out of jail and we actually increase their percentage of staying out of the system then have it stay the same or worsen it. By having these job programs and the social skills which JDC teaches it will help these people get out of the life they are living. Usually once a person gets out of jail or prison they go home to the same environment they just left and do the same exact thing which is commit crime because that is all they know how to do because they have lived that lifestyle for so long. The Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center is trying to stop this problem at the root by continuing their education while they are locked up, teaching them social skills, and teaching them simple things like how to set up a bank account. NDIrish456.
ReplyDeleteI have to say that this tour was extremely interesting to me. As compared to the jail, the Juvenile Detention Center was much brighter and felt a lot less like a jail. I really resect what they are trying to do there. From a sociological point of view, the training is something that could be very beneficial to these young people. The assistant superintendent that walked us around spoke bout how often the kids that come into the JDC often lack structure and consistency in their lives. Once they get here, that is what the JDC is all about. All of the kids are treated fairly. They demand respect from the children and in return give it back. He said that the parents often come back and ask why their children were so well-behaved with them yet they come home and misbehave again. He explained that it was all due to the consistency of the system, that kids truly need consistency. On another note, they make education a top priority, doing school four days a week. This also is very good for the children’s well-being because where at home they may lack the supervision and not be forced to attend school, yet while they are here it is mandatory. This definitely emphasizes to these youth that school should be made a priority. I thought it was very interesting when he told us that they essentially give the children in the center timeouts if they are misbehaving. I definitely began wondering how this worked due to the fact that these are grown kids, why would they do this? But he described that these kids listen because they do not want the things they enjoy in the JDC taken away from them, like special snacks and things of those sorts. It was definitely eye-opening to hear how these things truly work in these kids lives when they are in the center. It becomes truly apparent that these kids are not just bad kids. Although some may be, most are victims of their circumstances and they way that they were raised. It makes me believe that although some of them may be in there more than one time, that these kids are not a lost cause. With the proper rehabilitation provided at places like this JDC it is very clear that they should not be dismissed as no good. With time and patience, these kids can grow out of the trouble they have gotten in, at least in some cases. “Patriots012”
ReplyDeleteI thought it was super interesting too! I felt the same way about how the JDC was less of a jail but more of a daycare feel to it. It was sad to hear about how many of those kids were hurt in some sort of way. My group was told that 99.99% of the kids that come in their go through some sort of physical or sexual abuse. I agree these kids need to be kept in line and in school. That stops them from doing bad stuff out on the street. Also agree with the fact that the kids are just the victims of bad home and family life. At least most of the kids.
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Since I am in both Doc White’s police operations and sociology, it was very cool trying to look through both a sociological lens and a criminal justice lens. On the criminal justice side of things, it was interesting to see how things were run in the JDC in comparison to the jail. For starters, the correction’s officers at the jail were in full uniform, while at the JDC they were in plain clothes. I like the fact that the do this. In a sense it provides the kids with the feeling that they aren’t in prison. It gives them a chance to know that they are still children and that they are not too far gone. I thought the system that they had when entering into the building was very secure, and rightly so. We had to walk through a metal detector, plus we were not allowed to bring in anything with us. This insured the safety of both the detainees and also the staff that are present. We were also told about the different periods of time that the kids are generally kept at the JDC. This number ranged anywhere from twenty-one days to one inmate that has been in there more than five hundred. It is hard to imagine a youth being locked up for that long because time seems to go so much slower when you are young, so that must feel like a lifetime. Time spent that living in the JDC is only done if it is necessary, like the child is waiting on their hearing. We were also shown the home monitor ankle bracelet. This is a different means of monitoring the children, it is done so that they do not have to be in the facility but they can still be kept track of. From a criminal justice standpoint, I feel that these children are truly treated fairly in the JDC. They would not be there if their actions were not severe enough to warrant it, yet the way they go about it is less punishment and more discipline. He did make it very clear though that the children do often act out, and if they need to go hands on they have the right to do so. He spoke about how it is a lot like being a police officer. These employees go to work in the morning and want to ensure that they come home safely to their family that night. “Patriots123”
ReplyDeleteI'm also in a couple of Dr. White's classes and I thought the same thing. It's weird to think of something in multiple ways, but I guess that's what our sociology class is about! Yes! I also noticed the pain clothes and thought that was amazing. I think it really shows that the place is all about helping the kids out so they don't return. Not saying the county jail isn't doing that, but the JDC understands it's kids they are dealing with. The protection is needed and rightfully so, I wouldn't want my kid getting hurt in there. Some kids do spend a lot of time in there, but it's so they aren't causing trouble for others. It just takes different kids different amounts of time. I think ankle bracelets are a neat idea but only for certain cases, not everyone needs to be monitored for minor offenses. And lastly yes. This job is just as dangerous as monitoring grown men. Anything could happen at anytime.
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The JDC was a very information trip. For various reasons. The first thing I noticed was how low the population was. Since the age group is from young ages of 7 to 17, I figured it would be higher. Although it is winter time, and like the lady walking with us said, it will increase once it gets hot. Not a lot of crime goes on once it cold. Guess that’s common sense though. Since children do commit one third of serious crime, I wasn’t surprised to hear that the kids locked up was in there for anything from homicide, to petty thefts. The JDC is structured really well. First off, the security is just as good as the county jail. With that being said, you would think it would look it was a jail. That was not the case. At first glance the dayrooms looked like daycares. At first I didn’t even notice the cells in the back. Their cells were like the adult cells. Bed stump, and toilet. Although, I believe they had a mirror, which I don’t think was given to adults in the county jail. All the rooms also had access to natural light. Something little but I’m sure helps with the kids mood. We were informed that the kids all have levels that show what privileges they have. It went from the normal white, to show they have normal privileges. Then went to blue for a little more. Then orange for a lot. It gets them out of their rooms when others can’t be out. Usually after hours. There’s only three pods being used since the low count of kids. We were shown around where the kids eat at. Which they do by pods. They actually have a lunch room to eat in. After that we were shown the gym they are able to use either to play basketball or work out. We got to see the medical door and the lady began to explain the diverse medical care they offer to each of the kids. All free of charge. They also consult with the doctors of the kids. Just to make sure they can try and continue a certain medication with the kids. Speaking of which, they take pride in their suicide watch program. They are always making sure kids are taken care of, and aren’t planning on hurting themselves. Especially the ones that just come in. They are looked at very closed and asked 37 hard and personal questions. Just to know what they are dealing with. Booking a child is never easy because their home life might not be the greatest. Which is why a lot of them are in there. During this booking they make sure to keep everything on close file in case of kids that want to return, which tends to happen. Lastly, the JDC has a camera room where someone is in charge of the locking of doors, and monitoring everything in the facility. Just like the county jail. The way I could relate this to my career is that I understand what children might have to go through. Why some are in and out of JDC, and why some want to come back. It also helps me to talk to children too.
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The JDC was a very information trip. For various reasons. The first thing I noticed was how low the population was. Since the age group is from young ages of 7 to 17, I figured it would be higher. Although it is winter time, and like the lady walking with us said, it will increase once it gets hot. Not a lot of crime goes on once it cold. Guess that’s common sense though. Since children do commit one third of serious crime, I wasn’t surprised to hear that the kids locked up was in there for anything from homicide, to petty thefts. The JDC is structured really well. First off, the security is just as good as the county jail. With that being said, you would think it would look it was a jail. That was not the case. At first glance the dayrooms looked like daycares. At first I didn’t even notice the cells in the back. Their cells were like the adult cells. Bed stump, and toilet. Although, I believe they had a mirror, which I don’t think was given to adults in the county jail. All the rooms also had access to natural light. Something little but I’m sure helps with the kids mood. We were informed that the kids all have levels that show what privileges they have. It went from the normal white, to show they have normal privileges. Then went to blue for a little more. Then orange for a lot. It gets them out of their rooms when others can’t be out. Usually after hours. There’s only three pods being used since the low count of kids. We were shown around where the kids eat at. Which they do by pods. They actually have a lunch room to eat in. After that we were shown the gym they are able to use either to play basketball or work out. We got to see the medical door and the lady began to explain the diverse medical care they offer to each of the kids. All free of charge. They also consult with the doctors of the kids. Just to make sure they can try and continue a certain medication with the kids. Speaking of which, they take pride in their suicide watch program. They are always making sure kids are taken care of, and aren’t planning on hurting themselves. Especially the ones that just come in. They are looked at very closed and asked 37 hard and personal questions. Just to know what they are dealing with. Booking a child is never easy because their home life might not be the greatest. Which is why a lot of them are in there. During this booking they make sure to keep everything on close file in case of kids that want to return, which tends to happen. Lastly, the JDC has a camera room where someone is in charge of the locking of doors, and monitoring everything in the facility. Just like the county jail. The way I could relate this to my career is that I understand what children might have to go through. Why some are in and out of JDC, and why some want to come back. It also helps me to talk to children too.
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The JDC was a very information trip. For various reasons. The first thing I noticed was how low the population was. Since the age group is from young ages of 7 to 17, I figured it would be higher. Although it is winter time, and like the lady walking with us said, it will increase once it gets hot. Not a lot of crime goes on once it cold. Guess that’s common sense though. Since children do commit one third of serious crime, I wasn’t surprised to hear that the kids locked up was in there for anything from homicide, to petty thefts. The JDC is structured really well. First off, the security is just as good as the county jail. With that being said, you would think it would look it was a jail. That was not the case. At first glance the dayrooms looked like daycares. At first I didn’t even notice the cells in the back. Their cells were like the adult cells. Bed stump, and toilet. Although, I believe they had a mirror, which I don’t think was given to adults in the county jail. All the rooms also had access to natural light. Something little but I’m sure helps with the kids mood. We were informed that the kids all have levels that show what privileges they have. It went from the normal white, to show they have normal privileges. Then went to blue for a little more. Then orange for a lot. It gets them out of their rooms when others can’t be out. Usually after hours. There’s only three pods being used since the low count of kids. We were shown around where the kids eat at. Which they do by pods. They actually have a lunch room to eat in. After that we were shown the gym they are able to use either to play basketball or work out. We got to see the medical door and the lady began to explain the diverse medical care they offer to each of the kids. All free of charge. They also consult with the doctors of the kids. Just to make sure they can try and continue a certain medication with the kids. Speaking of which, they take pride in their suicide watch program. They are always making sure kids are taken care of, and aren’t planning on hurting themselves. Especially the ones that just come in. They are looked at very closed and asked 37 hard and personal questions. Just to know what they are dealing with. Booking a child is never easy because their home life might not be the greatest. Which is why a lot of them are in there. During this booking they make sure to keep everything on close file in case of kids that want to return, which tends to happen. Lastly, the JDC has a camera room where someone is in charge of the locking of doors, and monitoring everything in the facility. Just like the county jail. The way I could relate this to my career is that I understand what children might have to go through. Why some are in and out of JDC, and why some want to come back. It also helps me to talk to children too.
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I agree with you when you said you were surprised with the juvenile Detention Center’s population. Our guide said it was because of the winter. That make sense because in the winter, the children and teens are not as active because of winter problems like the temperature, snow, etc. The summer provides a good opportunity, especially at night, to be able to complete crime in a comfortable background. Children are also out of school, if they attend, and are able to do more in summer. So that makes sense. It confused me for a good minute because I thought that they would want to get out of the cold but I was thinking homeless, not children / teens. –TheMarshall012/789
DeleteGoing to the Juvenile Detention Center was very informative and really cleared up some things for me about the differences and the similar things between it and the jail. I was able to see how both the prisoners and the juveniles were treated and the main focus of their detention. The juveniles were placed in the detention center with the intention to both punish the youth for their previous wrongdoings and to rehabilitate them to prevent further criminal acts by the young man or woman. The jail, however, was acting more in an incapacitation kind of mode with the purpose to prevent crime by removing those who commit the crime into cells. The jail, however, said that it is starting to more into a more rehabilitative mindset. That will take time. I honestly thought the Juvenile Detention Center would have been more like the jail but it ended up looking more like a school with cells more than anything else. There were no uniformed guards, no identical prisoner uniforms, they can do a lot more, are more free, there are gyms, they go to school, etc. I honestly thought it would be more structured as a jail or a prison than a school, but I suppose it was a good thing I was wrong. This is a good thing because they are children, some younger than I, and I just do not believe a prison like style would be very good for them at a young age. My thoughts is that if it was like a jail or prison, we would have a lot of the same problems as if it was. These include recidivism, gang affiliation and action within the walls, etc. Somehow, I do not think that would help anyone. Not the children / young adults, not the correctional officers, not the community, and definitely not the future. –TheMarshall012/789
ReplyDeleteThis was my second tour of the JDC and I still learned more information on it. I learned that the population went down and they only have 24 juveniles in there, I wish I could remember the number they had from last semester but I know it wasn't this low. This time we actually got to see one of the rooms in Cpod because there wasn't any one in them, all they have in there is a stump and a toilet and a small window because they have to have natural light too. They all have their own rooms, none of them are double booked, and they have their own shower time. When they first come to the juvenile detention center they all start out with a blue shirt, which means they have just their rights, but once they start showing good behavior they get to move up to different colored shirts, the orange shirt is the color shirt they would want because then they have the most privileges. If they start acting out and not behaving how they are suppose to they have a 5 minute time out, and if they are doing more serious things like hitting or screaming then they have 30 minutes in their room to self calm themselves and still have to come out and do their 5 minute time out. They JDC doesn't cook their own meals, they are brought over from the jail on a truck, they are allowed 3 meals and a snack. They have teachers from Limestone that comes over and teaches them, they have to go to school everyday just like any other kid. I couldn't imagine being a teacher for them though because the age group various in the classrooms. They are offered medical and their basic dental, and they do not have to pay for them it is offered through the state. I never realized how much questions and stuff they have to do when they are being booked. They have to sit and answer at least 53 different questions, like were they ever abused, have they ever harmed themselves, etc. They also do a screening process for whoever might be sent to the JDC before they even book them. I learned that their visits are only a half an hour and the ones that live an hour away usually get up to an hour of time on their visit. Last thing we were able to see was the control room, which was just like the jail where whoever is in the control room is the only one to let people in and open the doors and also handles the calls from the police and also calls from families scheduling visits. I like how the lady that took my group on the tour said that we really try to help them, we don't judge them and we try to give them support and show them that they are there to help them. She also said that for a lot of these kids that are in there, the JDC was home to them because that's where they feel the safest, and unfortunately they have kids that get out of there and end up back in there just because they liked it there and they felt safe. Everyone that works in the JDC has or has to have a bachelor degree, and like she said you have to want to help these children to succeed in this job. She also said that every child that was in the JDC has previously been abused in some way and has had some type of trauma happen to them. I am glad that I was given the opportunity to go on this tour again and learn more information on it. Motocross123
ReplyDeleteI have to say the JDC tour was interesting. I have noticed that the workers there are young. They told us we had to put everything in the lockers because of the metal detectors we had to walk through. My group went in to the control room, where they control the doors and view on the monitors in the room where the inmates are in. My tour guy took my group to the intake room. I learned that they can strip search the child if it is needed, while in there they compile personal history and medical history. I learned that they don’t have a 24-hour nurse in the facility, but they do have a nurse that comes in to disburse medical help. After that room we went in to Pod- A, where they keep the older kids in. The room next to Pod-A had another Pod that had smaller boys and had females in that room, but they had them in separate rooms. The reason why they had them in separate rooms is because of sexual contact and raging hormones. We went to the cafeteria to look in there. The cafeteria is real small, and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. If the kid starts acting up in there, then they put them in time out. They usually get 20 minutes to eat but if they act up they lose 5 minutes of their eating time. Their time out is facing the wall with their hands behind their back. Then the tour guy took us into the gym. The kids can play basketball or get in their workout in. Our tour guide said they do go in them to play basketball with the kids. When we were in there, someone asked what about education. The tour guide said, “the kids have to go to school 4 times a week.” We went to the classroom and that room was interesting. They had a smart board were the instructor teaches the kids and the desk were the instructor sits they have colored pictures. The kids colored them and hanged them up. After that we were done with the tour we went back to the lobby. -- Softball112
ReplyDeleteI have to say the JDC tour was interesting. I have noticed that the workers there are young. They told us we had to put everything in the lockers because of the metal detectors we had to walk through. My group went in to the control room, where they control the doors and view on the monitors in the room where the inmates are in. My tour guy took my group to the intake room. I learned that they can strip search the child if it is needed, while in there they compile personal history and medical history. I learned that they don’t have a 24-hour nurse in the facility, but they do have a nurse that comes in to disburse medical help. After that room we went in to Pod- A, where they keep the older kids in. The room next to Pod-A had another Pod that had smaller boys and had females in that room, but they had them in separate rooms. The reason why they had them in separate rooms is because of sexual contact and raging hormones. We went to the cafeteria to look in there. The cafeteria is real small, and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. If the kid starts acting up in there, then they put them in time out. They usually get 20 minutes to eat but if they act up they lose 5 minutes of their eating time. Their time out is facing the wall with their hands behind their back. Then the tour guy took us into the gym. The kids can play basketball or get in their workout in. Our tour guide said they do go in them to play basketball with the kids. When we were in there, someone asked what about education. The tour guide said, “the kids have to go to school 4 times a week.” We went to the classroom and that room was interesting. They had a smart board were the instructor teaches the kids and the desk were the instructor sits they have colored pictures. The kids colored them and hanged them up. After that we were done with the tour we went back to the lobby. --Softball456
ReplyDeleteThe JDC tour was way more interesting than the actual jail. The kids looked more respectful and were more calm. I'm sure they came from homes that they really didn't have the support system that we have. Parents are one of the main reason for the kids that are in their. Seeking attention, usually what every kid wants, especially if they don't get it at home. I thought it was interesting that our tour guy had brought out one of the kids from the block. You could tell that he was one of the better kids. He showed respect to us, which I thought was very important. The kids were being taught how to act right before they got released into the real world again. The kids that are locked up in the JDC, they are getting taught the right ways. I really like how they run their system. You could tell that the people that worked there, they wanted to help these kids. Yes, there always needs discipline if the kids are acting up. Most importantly the kids can go to school and learn still. The tour guy also said that there are cards they give them, and if you don't have enough card slips to go to the gym or play on the ps4, that they have to stay locked up. Discipline in a huge factor in these kids life, especially if they never had it before. Cheer123
ReplyDeleteThe JDC tour was way more interesting than the actual jail. The kids looked more respectful and were more calm. I'm sure they came from homes that they really didn't have the support system that we have. Parents are one of the main reason for the kids that are in their. Seeking attention, usually what every kid wants, especially if they don't get it at home. I thought it was interesting that our tour guy had brought out one of the kids from the block. You could tell that he was one of the better kids. He showed respect to us, which I thought was very important. The kids were being taught how to act right before they got released into the real world again. The kids that are locked up in the JDC, they are getting taught the right ways. I really like how they run their system. You could tell that the people that worked there, they wanted to help these kids. Yes, there always needs discipline if the kids are acting up. Most importantly the kids can go to school and learn still. The tour guy also said that there are cards they give them, and if you don't have enough card slips to go to the gym or play on the ps4, that they have to stay locked up. Discipline in a huge factor in these kids life, especially if they never had it before. Cheer456
ReplyDeleteThe JDC tour taught me alot about how they run it. I liked how it wasn't like the jail it was more like a teaching process for these kids. They were not criminals, and if they were they aren't anymore. I learned alot from this tour how the kids can still get in time out. Also learned when they get brought in they have a fingerprint process which gets sent to the court. If the person is transgender they let them choose where they feel most comfortable at. I like that they have a big gym where they get tot workout and play basketball or whatever sport they would like. They are trying to teach this kids right behavior. The juvenile center is doing everything in there power to keep these kids on the right path in life. Im sure most of these kids don't have a dad or mom back at home. The kids need the father figure in there life. I also was paying attention when the officers went into there blocks. They made conversation with the kids. They didn't just treat them like they were nothing. The officers are trying to get these kids jobs or even great schooling. I like that they have counselors there to help them talk about their problems. These kids are exploring new opportunities to get there life back on track. They are getting a second chance when they go here. It's more like a rehabilitation program. Not like a jail. These officers are giving these kids a second chance at life and trying to make them feel at home. They are teaching them respect and responsibilities. Conrad123
ReplyDeleteThe JDC tour taught me alot about how they run it. I liked how it wasn't like the jail it was more like a teaching process for these kids. They were not criminals, and if they were they aren't anymore. I learned alot from this tour how the kids can still get in time out. Also learned when they get brought in they have a fingerprint process which gets sent to the court. If the person is transgender they let them choose where they feel most comfortable at. I like that they have a big gym where they get tot workout and play basketball or whatever sport they would like. They are trying to teach this kids right behavior. The juvenile center is doing everything in there power to keep these kids on the right path in life. Im sure most of these kids don't have a dad or mom back at home. The kids need the father figure in there life. I also was paying attention when the officers went into there blocks. They made conversation with the kids. They didn't just treat them like they were nothing. The officers are trying to get these kids jobs or even great schooling. I like that they have counselors there to help them talk about their problems. These kids are exploring new opportunities to get there life back on track. They are getting a second chance when they go here. It's more like a rehabilitation program. Not like a jail. These officers are giving these kids a second chance at life and trying to make them feel at home. They are teaching them respect and responsibilities. Conrad456
ReplyDeleteGoing into the Peoria county juvenile detention center was an extremely exciting event. there was definitely a huge almost night and day difference between the adult jail and the detention center. First thing I saw that was different was that the employees or “child development specialist” did not wear any uniform. Instead they wore regular clothing so that it’s not intimidating for the juveniles as opposed to regular guard uniforms. The second major thing I noticed was that there were encouraging signs and posters on the wall that made it look more like a school then a detention center. It just gave a more happy and hopeful feeling to the building. Also in the day rooms there is more for the juveniles to do such as TV and a ping pong tables that way they are not just sitting in the room. Another major thing I noticed as we were walking through the tour was that the classrooms were just like in a classroom I have ever been in. I think it is great that they make them go to school for normal primary and high school hours. It was really good to see that they put such an emphasis on rehabilitating these kids and even helping them succeed more than they would have the chance to on the outside. One of the biggest story is that stuck with me on this tour was that there was a young girl over the summer that was thought to keep doing crimes in order for the police to take her back to the juvenile detention center because her like on the outside was so bad. She was happy to have the structure, 3 meals a day, and to not be abused. Over all I really enjoyed this tour and my heart really went out to the kids in their and that would definitely be something i would even love to do after I get a bachelor's degree.
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After mulling over what the purpose of this visit was it's evident that the Juvenille Detention Center is the very first part of an elaborate puzzle to deter recidivism. We know that 1/3 of all serious offences are done by the younger members of our society and as we saw on our tour we are funneling plenty of resources to help rehabilitate these youths. We got to see the security, staff, education, cafeteria, communal areas and general facility that these minors work with every day. I generally didn't see anything to really critique the place for, not even the behavior of the children. Particularly the child that my group got to meet was simply interested in following the instructions of the staff member and giving a handshake to all of the tourists. It's evident that the rewards based behavior therapy has had significant results among the people who are, in all honesty, incarcerated there. Though it doesn't even seem like incarceration from what I briefly saw. Many of the aspects of the place that I witnessed seemed like standard highschool or middleschool, specifically the classroom, cafeteria and gym. Everything was surprisingly clean and the place was generally better managed than the jail in my opinion. The place didn't have a stench, the place seemed more like a habitable environment and the staff seemed more excited about their jobs. That may be because of the 4 year degree that is mandated to work there, which in all honesty turned me away from the thought of ever working there, but I was generally impressed with everything that I got to see.
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After taking this juvenile detention center tour it really took my heart, and made me think maybe I could do this as a job. There was so many different aspects between the JDC and the actually jail. First thing that I noticed right off the bat was that the child development specialists did not wear uniforms, all the wore and carried was a radio and keys. This surprised me but was special because they were not there to intimidate the children but rather teach them and have them them learn. They also were very compassionate and seemed liked they really cared about the children and really wanted them to learn and get out. The second thing was it was a very friendly environment, this meaning that they had pictures and paintings all over the walls and it was very vibrant and colorful. It was very different compared to the jail. It looked exactly like a preschool would look besides having cells in each pod. Another big difference was they still had school for the students so they are still learning while one the inside. The even made sure if the student had a special condition they make sure to give them the appropriate reading and learning material to help them succeed. They are truly there to help the kids in any way but they unfortunately see a lot of them return. They said they believed one girl keep coming back on minor offenses because they believed it was better than her homelife. Which is very sad because it is not uncommon for kids to walk in there abused in any sort of way. So they truly try to make it comfortable as they can but with the strict code. Even with sad cases they always have happy cases. Our tour guide said that she does have a lot only come in one time and they will eventually see them all grown up doing great with their whole lives ahead of them.
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The tour of the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center was very interesting. Throughout the tour, I noticed that everything such as the walls, halls, etc. were all covered with posters, paintings, and things like that. The inside did not look anything like the Peoria County Jail were the adults stay at all. One thing that really stood out to me was how much the staff working at the juvenile detention center really cared about the kids who were there. Throughout the tour, we learned how the kids do not want to leave when their time in the facility is up because they have built such strong relationships with the staff there. Also, a major focus is rehab in this facility, while the adult facility is focused on punishment. This is the case because by focusing on rehabilitating and helping juveniles at their ages, there is still a chance to help them get over any obstacles they are facing and give them a second chance at having a better life. Rehab cannot be a focus in an adult facility because it is too late for adults to be fixed most of the time. They are so deep in trouble that their chances to make up for their mistakes and fix their lives have pretty much vanished. A final thing that I really liked was how much school is enforced on the kids. A major emphasis in a juvenile facility is education. Just like a normal grade school or high school, these kids still go through a normal school day and receive homework, take tests, etc. I really like this as most of these kids are coming from places where it makes it very hard for them to receive the education they need. However, at the JDC, these kids are receiving their education and not just sitting around, doing nothing.
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Going to the Juvenile Detention Center and touring it was amazing. There were many ups and downs to it but as far as the program it was great! I loved the fact that they incorporate daily activities and that it is not just a jail cell for these young people. These children get the opportunity to go to school and learn the social skills and have focus groups that teach these young ones the things they need that they are obviously not being taught outside of the facility. I think what saddened me the most was there are actually kids in there that commit stupid small crimes just so they can go back there. It is a place that has structure for them. It is a place where they get 3 meals. It’s a place they can get medical help whether it be physical or mental help. It is a place where they have shelter. It is a place where they can no longer be harmed. These kids are in a place where they can't be physically, mentally, sexually, or emotionally abused anymore. This is very sad to me especially have a child of my own I could never imagine not providing the essentials for my child. I could never imagine or allow my child to just live on the streets. Im not saying this is what happens to all these children but there are children in there that don’t have parent that care or put their wellbeing first. I loved the fact that they require every resident to have natural lighting in their rooms. The other thing I thought was a fantastic way to improve themselves was the colored shirt program. They have different stages where they better they behave and the harder they work the higher they get in the color of shirts they wear. The higher they get the more privileges they get. The kids have something that helps them better themselves instead of just getting out. These kids are offered so many ways to express themselves and have many adults there that are rooting for them to better themselves. It truly is an amazing program and to see the staff to strive to continue to make it better makes all the difference to these kids. UofM 123 & Tanker456
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed being a part of one of the Juvinile Detention Center tours. It was an amazing experience. Walking through the JDC resembled a school to me. It did not seem like a jail to me. Obviously those who are there for their problems and wrong doings are there for a reason, but they were not treated as criminals unless they behaved like them. The guys who led my group seemed to know most of if not all the kids names who are residents there at the moment and I thought that was very personal and helpful probably as well. I think that the JDC is a great place to rehab kids who need the help and that it is a friendly place. They have jobs and things for the kids to do all around the building such as cleaning and laundry and gyms where they can work out and play. They go to school four days a week and sometimes five. The teachers that are there are teachers from Limestone Community High School which I liked that they are including the ocmmunity in this.
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With this being my second tour of the Juvenile Detention Center, I still learn new things every time I have gone. This time going I did notice that it was a lot quieter than my last visit. I believe this is because they do not have as many kids as they did last semester. Last semester we actually seen them in their day rooms, and this time they were off showering. The thing that I have noticed both times that have stayed the same is obviously there message they try to show the kids that come in and how it does not look anything like the adult jail next door. Which to me is a good thing because they are trying to restructer these kid sinstead of the jail next door which is punishment. The thing that I learned this time was that there are actually kids who do stuff just to be put back in the Juvenile Detention Center. This is because they have three square meals a day and have structure. Which to me is sad that kids have such a bad home life that they want to get locked up because they have very little structure at home. Another great thing about the Juvenile Detention Center is that they have the kids attend school while they are there. This program is through the Limestone school district and when the kids get out the school transfers with them so they do not miss out on any education while they are in the Detention Center. The guy who was giving my group the tour showed us what some of the kids have actually painted on the walls in the classroom and they are amazing. Everytime I have left this tour I leave learning something new, this place is a great place for helping the children that end up being there because of their actions. Trojan123,456
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