Some parents have asked if the class is available to others of their children. Student participants report actually applying some of the lessons after the class. Student participants say they have shared the class information with friends and siblings. Funded by the City of San Jose and a State OCJP grant, there is currently no charge to participate. The class is facilitated by off duty police officers who have received special training for this program.
Participants talk about the consequences of simply possessing a weapon at school.
Participants share facts and statistics about accidental deaths and the increasing youth violence in Santa Clara County. Participants discuss the origins of the violence that permeates our society, consider alternatives and share conflict resolution and refusal skills. Parents receive support and discuss parenting issues and skills. Semi-annual celebrations are held to acknowledge the students who are making better choices and remain violation free and the parents who have supported them in their success. Every choice has a consequence.