The kNOw is accepting new youth! If you're interested, please check out our guidelines and application here. Deadline is July 22, 2011.

Congratulations to The kNOw's Jaleesa Vickers whose artwork was selected to appear on billboards as part of the nationwide Above The Influence campaign. Look for them throughout Fresno and Visalia!

Builiding Healthy Communities (BHC) AmeriCorps job positions available! Deadline to apply is July 15, 2011. Click here to download brochure, or here to download job description specific to The kNOw. Contact Paulina Murrillo at HandsOn Central California, 559-237-3101.

Editorials

 

Flavored Milk Only Part of the Student Health Picture
By The kNOw Youth Media
July 28, 2011
"On July 1, the Los Angeles Unified School District stopped serving flavored milk. It’s the largest school district in the nation to do this, and now, Fresno Unified School District is deciding whether or not to do the same..." >>More

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School Uniforms
By The kNOw Youth Media
May 27, 2011
"Some schools in Fresno require students to wear uniforms. Sometimes this helps kids focus on learning, and it can make school a place that feels more equal and professional. Because of this, some of us at The kNOw think uniforms are a good idea...." >>More

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Gangs Become A Sanctuary For Young People In Need
By The kNOw Youth Media
March 19, 2011
"When you first hear the word "gang," fear is a common reaction. Thoughts of being jumped or dying run through your head. But to some, gangs are a sanctuary: A place where people will "have your back" or show you the way when life gets confusing. There are different viewpoints on what gangs are or can be, but no matter the viewpoint, the fact remains that gangs are..." >>More