Human Services says diversion program logged 53 referrals with 89% improvement over first year
Summary
Melinda Hoyos reported the county diversion program received 53 referrals over its first year; 89% of participants showed improved attendance or outcomes, with supports ranging from family sessions and IEP coordination to college and job placements for graduates.
Melinda Hoyos, youth‑justice lead in Human Services, presented the diversion program’s one‑year results to the committee, highlighting the program’s focus on underlying issues driving truancy and the family‑centered support model.
"In a whole year, there's been 53 total referrals. 89 percent have showed improvement and were considered a complete success," Hoyos said, describing outcomes that include elementary students achieving 100% attendance and older students improving attendance through structured 30/60/90‑day plans. She emphasized the program is voluntary and uses an M‑team (school representatives, social workers, families) to review progress and coordinate supports.
Hoyos described curriculum and culturally informed approaches (including Wellbriety) and gave several success anecdotes: multiple participants graduated early or secured employment and others enrolled in trade or college programs. The committee praised the program’s outcomes and encouraged continued school and tribal partnerships to sustain referrals and supports.
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