In Anaheim, California that is exactly what they are doing. Students that have issues with truancy are being required to wear tracking devices, much like those that criminals wear. They are being used as a final attempt at changing their behavior before being referred to a juvenile detention center. One thing to note is that the program is voluntary. Parents have to give permission for their student. The students do not have a choice. Proponents say that "truancy can cause many problems, kids who willingly ditch class are more likely to get involved in gangs, and crimes such as vandalism,theft and drug dealing." Others say it is "coming down too hard and it is a criminalization of kids who have trouble getting to class."
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