Incarcerated youth are affected by the state-wide reduction in probation services due to state budget reductions. The state of California is not fully utilizing funding available under PLP 89-313. There is not a uniform definition of recidivism within the state of California. All incarcerated youth receiving special education in California are not counted in the state people count. Special education is not available in all County juvenile facilities.
Students are reluctant to be identified as individuals with exceptional needs.
Students are reluctant to identify themselves for special education because of the fear of perceived reprisals from staff and peers.