November – December 2008 Issue

Starting early made it easier for Sasha, 19, and her parents.

A counselor answers questions on how to prepare for the application process.

Essay contest winners wrote about being drawn into the gang life, fearing gangs in their neighborhood and an uncle who was shot.

L.A. Youth staff writers create playlists to practice for their future careers as DJs.

From designer jeans to funky shoes, Jasper, 14, says you can find cool clothes at a good price at thrift stores. WITH PHOTO GALLERY.

L.A. Youth writers express pride, hope and some uncertainty about the future now that Democrat Barack Obama has been elected the 44th President of the United States.

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While others judged her classmate when she got pregnant, Solange, 17, knew that Michelle needed her support. WITH INTERVIEW.

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I interviewed Michelle so teens could learn from her experience. I thought that with her mom’s help, things were pretty