The Program
The STRAP Program
A juvenile justice intervention and mentoring program serving youth ages 13–17 through a six-month cycle.
- Program CYCLE
- 6 Months
- Age
- 13–17
- Participants
- Boys and Girls
- Schedule
- Saturday Mornings
- Location / Community
- Gwinnett County, Georgia
Program overview
Mentoring, guidance and support over six months
STRAP is a juvenile justice intervention and mentoring program serving youth ages 13–17 through a six-month cycle.
The program is designed to help young people understand the consequences of their decisions while providing guidance, support and opportunities to see what is possible when they make better choices.
Sessions are held on Saturday mornings in Gwinnett County, Georgia, and combine classroom learning with exposure to community organizations and community leaders.
What participants experience
Inside a STRAP program cycle
Community Exposure
Participants visit community organizations and facilities throughout Gwinnett County. STRAP's program materials identify examples including the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Department, the Animal Control and Welfare Center, the Fire Department, the Medical Examiner's Office and Georgia Gwinnett College.
Guidance & Learning
Saturday sessions include opportunities for participants to hear from community leaders.
Participation & Growth
Participants take part in program activities and program events over the course of the six-month cycle.
Completion & Achievement
Participants who complete the program are recognized through a graduation ceremony and luncheon celebrating their accomplishments and their commitment to making better choices.
Program structure
How the program runs
- Program cycle
- Approximately six months
- Sessions
- Saturdays, 9:00 AM–12:00 noon
- Required arrival
- By 8:50 AM
Who can participate?
Eligibility
STRAP serves youth ages 13–17. Additional eligibility requirements apply.
Families and referring organizations should review the complete Student Application Packet for program criteria and requirements.
Student expectations
What is asked of students
- Attend regularly and arrive on time.
- Complete assigned work.
- Demonstrate respectful and appropriate behavior.
- Follow STRAP dress expectations and program policies.
- Refrain from cellphone use during class.
Parents & guardians
Families are part of the program
STRAP engages parents and guardians as part of the program and works to equip them with support to help keep their child on the right path.
Parents and guardians are also responsible for ensuring reliable, on-time transportation to and from Saturday sessions.
Student application
How to sign up a youth
Review the Student Application Packet for program criteria, requirements and the forms families need to complete.
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Questions?
Families and referring organizations can contact STRAP directly to begin the intake conversation.