Support for Justice-Engaged Youth

Support for Justice-Engaged Students & Families

Under Colorado law, our school district is here to help students who have been involved with the juvenile justice system. We want to make sure every student gets the tools and support they need to do well in school.

Whether your child is returning to school, switching schools, or just needs extra help to stay on track for graduation, we are here to make the process smooth and easy.

Justice Engaged Youth District Contact

Michael Bayer
Director - School Culture, Wellness & Safety
michael.bayer@pueblod60.org
(719) 549-7285

How We Can Help You

• Signing Up for School: We will help you fill out paperwork and enroll your child quickly when they change schools.

• Finding Extra Help: We can connect your student to tutoring, counseling, school meals, and community programs.

• Working as a Team: We will work alongside your family, caseworkers, or lawyers to help your student reach their goals.

Student Rights for Justice-Engaged Youth

Pueblo School District 60 is committed to providing comprehensive support and resources for justice-engaged students to ensure their success. Pueblo School District 60 recognizes the unique challenges faced by these students and has implemented various services to address their needs. 

Designated Point-of-Contact

For support regarding alternative education options and services for justice-engaged students, please contact: 

Michael Bayer, Director of Culture Wellness and Safety 
michael.bayer@pueblod60.org
719-549-7285

Pathway to Graduation and Mental Health Supports

Justice engaged youth have the right to a graduation and promotion plan, appropriate credit for coursework completed while justice-engaged, and prompt enrollment or re-enrollment following a request. Once a student is eligible to enroll, the school, with the support of our designated point of contact, will help ensure a pathway to graduation and access to mental health support if appropriate and available.  Examples of support include, but are not limited to: 

· Support from alternate educational settings to support students needs for academic, CTE, and or concurrent enrollment.

· Academic: College and Career Planning, plan to support credit acquisition towards graduation, consultation for additional academic supports (as needed) 

· Mental Health: School based, referral to outside providers 

· Alternative programming options and alternative solutions to a comprehensive school including a robust secondary online curriculum.  

Michael Bayer 
Point of Contact for Justice Engaged Students
michael.bayer@pueblod60.org
(719) 549-7285

Hotline Link for Justice Engaged Youth : Hotline link