Participants are drawn from schools throughout the Bronx and work closely with an instructor from Pathways For Youth , a community based organization. In addition, volunteers from the District Attorney's Office instruct S.T.A.G.E. participants on the dangers of guns, drugs, violence and gangs. Traveling to the Bronx District Attorney's Office to meet with their mentors allows students to experience the mentors' work environment and learn about the functioning of the criminal justice system. The Community Affairs Unit coordinates requests for tours and speakers. Assistant District Attorneys address community, religious, civic and student groups regarding the criminal justice system.
Speakers discuss a variety of issues of interest to the community .
In addition, Assistant District Attorneys are available to conduct tours of the courthouses and explain how a case proceeds through the criminal justice system. The students record their observations in a journal which is reviewed by a coordinator. The students are also encouraged to share their experiences. The experience the interns receive illustrates the importance of each bureau in achieving the office's main purpose, which is to serve the public in the prosecution of criminal actions. Fourth graders from P.S. 95 are exposed to the world of work by staff volunteers from the Bronx District Attorney's Office.