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The students in the program help set guidelines for daily behavior and the consequences involved. The motto of"l am responsible for my own actions" is emphasized. A student self- evaluation form is reviewed individually with staff members. Students set goals and strategies for improvement and ways to utilize strengths. Youth are involved in team building activities that emphasizes the importance of the individual to the group. Students help plan, organize and lead program and community service activities. Choices of enrichment and recreational activities are supplied each day. Participation in the member-organized 4-H club develops leadership skills and knowledge of the democratic process. 5~ OUTCOMES. As part of the SOS program, the results of the program are evaluated by Donley & Johnson Educational Evaluation Consultants. The following information is collected: age, gender, days enrolled, referral source, student resides with, English, math, science and social studies grades, math and reading End of Grades Levels, in school suspensions, and out of school suspensions. Program highlights and volunteer involvement are also reported. Written evaluations regarding program activities and program objectives are conducted by students, staff and parents. Evaluations are reviewed by the director and staff for suggestions to improve the program and student outcomes. The results of the findings are also reviewed by the advisory council/board of directors. A research-based curriculum, Ail Stars, has been identified for our use that addresses the prevention of high-risk behaviors through the development of positive personal characteristics. The program uses interactive methods to discuss values, ideals, nprms, and personal commitments. Parents are involved through homework assignments and an audio CD to improve parenting skills. All Stars has received awards as "Promising Program" by the U. S. Department of Education and "Model Program" by the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention. 6. PARTNERS. The prog'ram began in December 1996 upon receiving the initial Support Our Students Grant from the North Carolina Department of Human Resources. The North Carolina Office of Juvenile Justice now administers the SOS Grant. Parents pay a fee. Scholarships are awarded based on financial need of students. Collaboration also exists with the following: NC Cooperative Extension - 4-H curriculum, supervision of coordinator, staff training, programming, marketing, volunteers, office facilities and equipment, newsletters, state-wide camp awards for youth. Cabarrus County Schools - facilities, equipment, transportation, volunteers, marketing, referrals, guidance, programming. Cabarrus County Government - office facilities and equipment, administrative support and supervision of finances and personnel, facilities and assistance for programming, supplies, transportation. Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina - reduced cost of food for snacks and supplies, staff training. Cabarrus County Parks and Recreation - facilities, equipment, programming. Cabarrus County KidsPlus - staff training, marketing. Local businesses - merchandise and surplus products for incentives and supplies, discounts, enrichment programming.