March – April 2009 Issue

Although a law limits the use of cell phones, people are still talking and the roads aren’t any safer, says Joyce, 17.

Teens at L.A. Youth say cheating is common at their schools. When we talked about it at a staff meeting, students differed on whether cheating is right or wrong.

Foster youth say the system should do more to make sure they’re ready to be on their own.

Readers share their thoughts and reactions to stories that appeared in our January – February 2009 issue. The story that got the most responses was written by a boy whose abusive father terrorized the family.

Essay contest winners chose to live right now, in the late 1800s and ancient Egypt.

Justin, 16, says he’ll always remember the days he spent with his grandpa before he died.

After years of jokes, a holiday that celebrates strength showed Jean, 15, a positive side to her culture. WITH INTERVIEWS ABOUT WHAT MAKES TEENS PROUD OF THEIR CULTURES

Teens from across Los Angeles County share what their proud of about their heritages.