Discuss Positive Action Through Holistic Education (PATHE). Do you think that schools should be responsible for providing delinquency prevention programs? Explain
What will be an ideal response?
• Positive Action Through Holistic Education (PATHE) is a comprehensive program used in secondary schools that reduces school disorder and aims to improve the school environment.
• The goal is to enhance students' experiences and attitudes about school by increasing their bonds to the school, enhancing their self-esteem, and improving educational and occupational attainment. These improvements will help reduce juvenile delinquency.
• PATHE was initially operated in four middle schools and three high schools in South Carolina.
• It focused on four elements: strengthening students' commitment to school, providing successful school experiences, encouraging attachment to the educational community, and increasing participation in school activities.
• By increasing students' sense of belonging and usefulness, the project sought to promote a positive school experience.
• The PATHE program has undergone extensive evaluation by sociologist Denise Gottfredson, who found that the schools in which it was used experienced a moderate reduction in delinquency. Replications of the project are currently under development.
• Student views will vary.
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