The teen educators use a variety of teaching methods to reach participants with different learning styles and to keep participants engaged. For example, the program may include skits, discussions, videos, demonstrations, and lectures. The 4-H youth professionals involved with the program provide guidance in public speaking, group dynamics, conflict resolution, and interactive teaching techniques for the facilitators. They learn about Ohio safety laws and traffic and vehicular safety. Another key role of the facilitators is to act as intermediaries among teens, law enforcement, and the courts, thus strengthening the relationships among these community partners.
Attendance is in lieu of fines, suspension, or other traditional sentences.
Fees are primarily used to purchase program supplies. One county in Indiana has started a program. Three month and six month follow-up surveys were also distributed to participants. Although only in the preliminary stages of analysis, the results indicate a positive response to the program by the teens. The preliminary analysis also suggests lower rates of repeat offenders for teens than before the program in participating counties.