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Court orders teen with cancer to undergo medical treatment
A Minnesota judge has decided that Daniel Hauser, a 13 year old with cancer, is not allowed to refuse chemotherapy based on his religious and philosophical beliefs. According to Daniel’s doctor, he has a 90% chance of surviving his Hodgkin’s lymphoma with chemotherapy and without it, …
Illinois high school athletes tested for steroids
Several states require student athletes to submit to random drug tests during the season for steroids. Illinois may expand their program to postseason and include more players statewide. A bill passed the Illinois Senate in May, 2009 and was sent to the Governor for signing. Once …
Suspended for going to prom?
That’s right. In Ohio, 17-year-old Tyler Frost went to his girlfriend’s prom in May, 2009, at her public high school. However, the rules of Tyler’s private Christian school prohibited dancing, rock music and hand-holding. Tyler is a senior and may also be kept from …
Teens sentenced for sexting
On May 11, 2009, two Ohio teenagers caught sexting at school were sentenced in juvenile court. The 15 and 16-year-olds could have faced felony child pornography charges. Instead they each admitted to a misdemeanor contributing to the delinquency of a minor offense. The boy …
What has Justice Souter done for you?
One of the nine U.S. Supreme Court justices is retiring in June, 2009. David Hackett Souter (age 69) was appointed to the Court in 1990. He has participated in and written many decisions including several that have affected the lives of children and teenagers. When …
Afghan girls risk safety for education
Public education in Afghanistan is becoming dangerous and difficult to receive especially for girls. Despite attacks and threats by militant groups, many girls are refusing to give up their education. Last November, a group of 11 female students and 4 teachers were on their way to …