Gang activity has been steadily increasing over the past 25 years, and in Stark County, our schools are no exception. In fact, gangs can affect any school – big or small, private or public, suburban or urban. Fortunately, local school officials are taking steps to control gang activity and making valuable contributions to reducing the problem in our community overall. Find resources below to help kids in gangs.
If you witness or suspect gang activity at school, report your concerns right away to a school counselor, administrator, teacher or another trusted adult.