Judicial Services

Jeffco Public Schools is dedicated to ensuring that every student, including those involved with the juvenile or criminal justice system, has access to equitable educational opportunities. Jeffco recognizes the unique challenges faced by justice-engaged students and has implemented a range of supports to address their needs. 

Justice-engaged youth have the right to a graduation and promotion plan, appropriate credit for coursework completed while justice-engaged, and prompt enrollment or re-enrollment following a request. Once a student is eligible to enroll, the school, with the support of the district’s designated point of contact (listed below), will help ensure a pathway to graduation and, if appropriate and available, access to mental health support. Examples of support include, but are not limited to:

• Support from a Student Engagement Specialist and/or a Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist 
• Academic: College and Career Planning, plan to support credit acquisition towards graduation, consultation for additional academic supports (as needed)
• Mental Health: School-based or referral to outside providers
• Alternative programming options and alternative solutions to a comprehensive school

Visit the Colorado Department of Education’s site for Justice Engaged Youth for more information.