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ERIC Number: EJ662011
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2002
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ISSN: ISSN-0730-3084
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Successful Programs for At-Risk Youths.
Everett, Charlie; Chadwell, Jason; McChesney, Jon C.
Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, v73 n9 p38-43 Nov-Dec 2002
Describes five successful, ongoing programs that were designed to change the behavior of at-risk youths, including: Drug Free Youth in Touch; At-Risk Programs Promoting Leisure Education; Youth-in-Action; the Mayor's Night Hoops Program; and Youth Outdoor Adventures. Interviews with program managers pointed to the marketing concept as the most important aspect of program success. (SM)
Descriptors: Basketball, Behavior Change, Comprehensive School Health Education, Drug Education, Elementary Secondary Education, High Risk Students, Leisure Time, Outdoor Activities, Program Effectiveness, Recreational Activities, Student Volunteers, Youth Programs
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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