Keystone College Juvenile Justice Institute
Our Mission
The Keystone College Juvenile Justice Institute is dedicated to improving the lives of youth and families through development and implementation of evidence-based, trauma-responsive programs designed to strengthen communities and promote peaceful conflict resolution, toward the goal of reducing juvenile crime, avoiding incarceration, and enhancing community adjustment.
Contact Us
Keystone College Juvenile Justice Institute
- 570-945-8496
- Location: Harris Hall
- jjustice@litpliant.net
Program Components
- Trauma-informed/trauma-responsive practices:
Recognizing the widespread experience of trauma and toxic stress, and providing children/youth with tools to effectively cope with those experiences - Restorative practices:
- Establishing a foundation for healthy communities by improving and repairing interpersonal relationships
Specific Programming Elements
- Assist students in “trauma-release” processes (dancing, rhythm/clapping games, etc.)
- Assist students in “self-regulation” processes (guided meditation, yoga, breathing exercises, etc.)
- Restorative practices (circle discussions – identifying emotions, identifying physical sensations, problem solving, social skills, etc.)
- Student mentoring (homework help, projects, individual connection)
Major Projects
- Mediation Center
- Family Conferencing Center
- Trauma-Informed Restorative Practices in School (comprehensive program under
development):
Consult with school personnel for specific needs
Observe for specific needs
Training for school personnel
“Potential for change and rehabilitation”
“This will be a great learning experience for our criminal justice, psychology, and social science majors, and any other Keystone student who wants to become involved in helping young people during stressful times in their lives.”
Stacy Wyland, M.S.
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marie.andreoli@litpliant.net
570-945-8492
570-945-8492
Marie Andreoli, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Psychology and Chair of Social and Behavioral Sciences Department
Deborah.Belknap@litpliant.net
570-945-8480
570-945-8480
Deborah Belknap, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice & Social Sciences
Stacey.Wyland@litpliant.net
570-945-8479
570-945-8479
Stacey Wyland, M.S.
Associate Professor, Criminal Justice and Social Science