Quick! What’s the age of criminal responsibility in New York State? As of today, the answer is 17. One year from now, on October 1, 2019, it will increase to 18. This means that youth under the age of 18 will no longer be tried in the adult criminal justice system. …

Do you have time for a second cup of coffee? September 1st marked 2 months for me as the new executive director (ED) of Westchester Children’s Association (WCA). I was on the road for much of that time, first with my up-for-any-adventure husband on a 30th anniversary trip to the Pacific Northwest and California, then at a retreat for new…