Through its various partnerships, the Public Safety Department offers an array of enrichment and prevention programs for youth and their families.

A School Resource Deputy is stationed at the Duarte Public Safety Station and works at all Duarte Unified School District schools to ensure that youth involved in their programs stay out of the juvenile justice system. It is the mission of this officer to serve as a mentor and teach youth how to navigate through life and difficult situations by developing positive life skills.

All Duarte deputies and public safety staff partner and hold educational presentations for parents, school officials, and youth on topics ranging from safety to dealing with peer pressure. They also conduct field trips, home visits, and are part of the Duarte Unified School Safety Team.

D.A.R.T. - Duarte Area Resource Team

The purpose of D.A.R.T. is to help young men and women explore public service careers. Through this exploration, they gain valuable experience, knowledge and training that can help them better reach their targeted goals and career. Activities also serve to enhance resumes, job applications and provide personal growth.

D.A.R.T. meets at 5 p.m. on the last Wednesday of the month at the Duarte Teen Center. The program is open to all young people between the ages of 14 and 19 years old, with at least a "C" average (if in school), be of good moral character without any serious arrest record and committed to make a positive impact in the community. For more information on how to join, call Aida Torres at (626) 359-5671 ext. 319 or via e-mail at A2Torres@lasd.org.

To enroll please complete and submit the Volunteer Application for Minors to the Duarte Public Safety Office.

Train Up a Child LLC 

The owner and operator of Train Up a Child LLC, Raymond Abernathy, worked in Duarte as a contracted LA County Probation Officer from August 2014 until March 2024. During his tenure, Raymond led the A-Team, a group focused on at-risk youth referred by the school district, LA County Sheriff’s Deputies, and Public Safety Staff. The A-Team offers comprehensive support services to youth and their families, promoting behavioral health, well-being, and positive community engagement. This role includes juvenile case management, psycho-social assessment, student advocacy, and instruction on core values and ethics through group mentoring and individualized case management. 

Company Mission:

Train Up a Child LLC is dedicated to providing comprehensive intervention and support services to youth, aimed at fostering personal growth, academic success, and overall well-being. Leveraging Raymond Abernathy’s extensive experience in juvenile probation and community intervention, our programs are designed to address a wide range of challenges faced by at-risk youth, guiding them towards positive life choices and successful futures.

Services Provided:

1. Individual and Group Mentoring

2. Counseling and Crisis Intervention

3. Educational Support and Academic Improvement

4. Referral to Community-Based Services

5. Creative and Therapeutic Activities

6. Life Skills and Behavioral Programs

Target Demographic:

Youth ages 6-17: 1^st through 12^th grade, with an emphasis on 1^st through 8^th grade (for early intervention), who are experiencing delinquency, trauma, gang issues, substance abuse, academic challenges, and mental health issues.

For additional information on the Train Up a Child LLC program please contact Ray Abernathy at the Duarte Public Safety Department located at 1042 Huntington Drive, Duarte, CA 91010 or at (626) 357-7938 ext. 309 or via email at DuarteAteam@gmail.com

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