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ANNVILLE, PA — Fifty-six cadets graduated Saturday from the Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy’s 22-week residential program, marking another milestone for Pennsylvania’s effort to help at-risk teens complete their education, develop …
Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy Graduates 56 Cadets in Latest Class Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Communities That Care of Greater Downingtown has named the winners of its annual youth video contest, using student-created content to reinforce substance-use prevention efforts and promote healthy …
What Keeps These Downingtown Students Drug-Free? Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania students told state officials they feel overwhelmed, manipulated, and emotionally trapped by social media platforms during a year-long series of closed-door discussions that is now driving …
Students Warn PA Officials They Feel ‘Stuck’ on Social Media Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A student-driven push to expand youth voting rights in Pennsylvania took a major step forward as state lawmakers circulated a memo outlining legislation that would allow …
Pa. Lawmakers Move to Let Teens Vote in School Board Races Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania teens with an eye on law enforcement or military service will soon get a rare, boots-on-the-ground look at life in uniform.
From Classroom to Command: Elite Youth Camp Opens Door to Service Careers Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As students return to classrooms across the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is urging families to have candid conversations about mental health and …
CDC Launches ‘Free Mind’ Campaign to Address Teen Mental Health and Substance Use Read More
WAYNE, PA — Sow Good Now, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering underserved youth through sports, will host its second annual lacrosse GiveBack event on Wednesday, June 25, 2025. The event …
Empowering Norristown Girls: Lacrosse GiveBack Inspires Youth! Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown (CTC) has announced the winners of its 5th annual Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drug (ATOD) Prevention Youth Video Contest. The contest …
Teens Speak Out: Inspiring Videos Win Big in Downingtown Contest! Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Communities that Care of Greater Downingtown (CTC) has announced its 5th annual youth video contest, aimed at promoting alcohol, tobacco, and other drug (ATOD) prevention, as well as …
Teens Speak Out! Share Your World for a Chance to Win Cash, Phillies Tickets, and Recognition Read More