In re Jason L. CA1/5

I. BACKGROUND

As a result of nonattendance at school, Jason and his mother agreed to the terms of a School Attendance Review Board contract. Jason failed to comply with the contract terms and was declared habitually truant by his school district. He agreed to participate in the truancy mediation program with the probation department and Alameda County District Attorney’s Office. Jason’s school attendance did not improve, and a wardship petition was filed on November 7, 2011. On January 6, 2012, Jason admitted the allegations of the petition. He was declared a ward of the court, committed to the custody of the probation officer, and was to reside in his mother’s home. Among the probation conditions were requirements that Jason attend classes daily and on time; notify the probation officer of tardiness, absence, or disciplinary action; report to, and cooperate with the probation officer, including participation in any recommended counseling program. At a February 15, 2013 review hearing, the probation officer reported that Jason was not passing any of his classes. The court stated that it was “not satisfied” with Jason’s school attendance and authorized up to 26 special Weekend…