Robert Jackson

Stay in School - PSA

If you're thinking of dropping out of high school, talk to trusted adults in your life. Make an appointment today with your guidance counselor. Or talk to a favorite teacher.

Is Healing Possible between Cops and Kids?”

Police/Youth Dialogues through our partnership with a variety of law enforcement agencies. Gratitude to the Gainesville Police Department and Alachua County Sheriff's Office for their ongoing partnership! AND to the several hundred courageous youth that have participated through the years.

Linda Cliatt-Wayman: How to fix a broken school? Lead fearlessly, love hard

On Linda Cliatt-Wayman’s first day as principal at a failing high school in North Philadelphia, she was determined to lay down the law. But she soon realized the job was more complex than she thought. With palpable passion, she shares the three principles that helped her turn around three schools labeled “low-performing and persistently dangerous.” Her fearless determination to lead — and to love the students, no matter what — is a model for leaders in all fields.

Program Spotlight: Going Places Street Outreach

What we do: Through mobile outreach, Advocates offer services and resources to any youth they find on the street, in homeless camps, or other youth hotspots. Going Places also operates a Drop-In Center where homeless, runaway, and at-risk youth can connect with an Advocate to develop a plan to exit the street or build their self-sufficiency skills.

CCYS Staff Spotlight:

Amanda joined the Street Outreach team as an intern in January 2016. With a passion for youth and a true understanding of trauma informed care, she gained full time employment with us at the close of her internship and has proven to be an invaluable asset to CCYS and Going Places ever since!