YOUTH WHO FIND THEMSELVES in the juvenile court system in Contra Costa County must traverse the legal system and other challenges while also grappling with growing up and dealing with the consequences. Now they have another place to connect and receive positive reinforcement as they are given tools to hopefully not only aid in their rehabilitation but also their self-esteem.

Mischa Caluma is a student at Mt. Diablo High School in Concord and a member of Contra Costa Youth Journalism. (Ishita Khanna/CCYJ via Bay City News)

In Contra Costa County this year, there have been an average of 78 youths in custody per month, according to a data dashboard posted on the Board of State and Community Corrections website.   

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