March – April 2012 Issue

The discrimination Miguel, 18, has faced has made him wonder if he’s welcome in America.

Realizing that other students have more advantages makes Andrea, 17, worried about getting into college.

Writing letters makes keeping in touch more meaningful for Kelly, 17.

After Alexia’s dad died unexpectedly, she wished she had spent more time with him.

Learning to drive wasn’t easy for 16-year-old Andrew with his mom freaking out.

Avika, 16, hoped her hard work would be enough to get her elected class president.

Talking about my family problems has helped me with my drinking By M.V., a 15-year-old male   What did you

These teens say the juvenile justice system helped them change.

L.A. Youth writer Precious Sims talked to Elizabeth Lott, the youth development specialist at the Alliance for Children’s Rights, about