Issue of
Concern: YOUTH ISSUES
Our Vision: The Community Network* is helping to create a promise for the future.
To Reach Our Vision: We need to address
the concerns identified by the Community Network*
Island County Community Snap Shot:
Our Talented Youth — In
the Arts:
- Summer Youth Drama Program — County-Wide
- Coupeville Art Center Art Classes
- Annual Community Musical — South Whidbey
- Regionally recognized musicians and composers in the
Everett Symphony Orchestra, Port Townsend Jazz Camp Competition, and award-winning high
school bands
Our Talented Youth — In
Sports:
- This school year 1053 students are participating in
sports.
– South Whidbey Girls Cross Country Team placed 2nd in state
– Coupeville Boys Basketball Team finished 4th in district
– Oak Harbor Wrestling Team was first in the state
Our Talented Youth — In
School:
- National Bridge Building winners from South Whidbey
- Odyssey of the Mind teams go to national finals
- Seven National Merit Scholars from Island County in
1995
Alcohol and Drug Use:
- 58% of 6th graders report no alcohol use, 92% report
no drug use.(1)
- 15% of 12th graders report no alcohol use, 39% report
no drug use.(1)
Teen Pregnancy, under 18 years of
age:
- In 1992 there were 32 births to teens in Island
County.(2)
- In 1995 there were 21 births to teens in Island
County.(2)
Domestic Violence:
- In 1992 there were 154 domestic violence arrests.(3)
- In 1994 there were 224 domestic violence arrests.(3)
Child Abuse:
- In 1992 there were 1021 victims in child abuse and
neglect reports.(4)
- In 1995 there were 1188 victims in child abuse and
neglect reports.(4)
Island County Community Snap Shot:
Our Healthy Youth:
- 79% of 6th graders participate in activities outside
school.(1)
- 83% of 6th graders report not riding in a car with
someone who has been drinking alcohol or using drugs.(1)
- 77% of 8th graders report exercising for 30 minutes
3-7 days per week.(1)
- 77% of 6th and 8th graders report wearing a seat belt
most of the time or always.(1)
- 75% of 10th graders saw a physician for an exam in
the last year.(1)
- 67% of 12th graders report participating in school
activities.(1)
- 90% of 12th graders report wearing a seat belt most
of the time or always.(1)
Conclusions: A challenge to our
community…
- Every child deserves respect.
- Every child deserves a safe, loving home.
- Every child deserves an opportunity to be a successº
in sports, theater, music, arts, community service, school, life…
References:
(1.) Washington State
Survey of Adolescent Health Behaviors, 1995
(2.) Washington State Vital Statistics; 1992–1993,
1994–1995
(3.) County Profile on Risk and Protection for Substance Abuse
Planning in Island County
(4.) County Profile on Risk and Protection for Substance Abuse
Planning in Island County
*What is the "Community Network" ?
In 1994 legislators created networks across the
state of local citizens working to strengthen and support children and families in
communities. Our Island County/ Stanwood Public Health and Safety Network
has funding for local programs and invites you to help with spending priorities.
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