About us - CYE

Mission Statement

CYE is dedicated to the advancement of successful educational and postsecondary outcomes for underserved and at‐risk youth through integrated research, technical assistance, and community service activities. The CYE will support the maximal growth of at‐risk youth through research activities and by developing and fostering collaborative partnerships with schools, institutions, organizations and agencies at the local, state, and national level that serve this population of young people.

The CYE serves youth placed at risk including (1) youth with mental health, behavioral, and/or intellectual disabilities; (2) youth from impoverished urban and rural areas; (3) youth in social service systems including residential care, institutional settings, and foster care; (4) youth from diverse backgrounds and youth with limited or poor English language skills; (5) youth who have experienced school failure or have dropped out of school; (6) court-involved youth; (7) youth who have been victims of abuse or neglect; (8) youth who have alcohol and / or substance abuse problems; and (9) any other youth who are considered “at-risk” for negative school and post‐school outcomes.