At a press conference with @henrymcmaster this morning, where he is announcing the appointment of acting director of the Department of Juvenile Justice, Eden Hendrick, to the position full-time. 
Hendrick has been in the post since September, and has a long public service career in the state.
"This is not an easy task, or a challenge that can be taken on overnight," Hendrick says.
Calls to reform the agency are long-standing. postandcourier.com/news/sc-begins…
Calls to reform the agency are long-standing. postandcourier.com/news/sc-begins…
"Reforming DJJ will be a complicated process that will take time," she said.
Says they are working to modernize facilities, and working with national experts to improve best practices.
Touting GED passing rates, and said 8 at-risk juveniles were recently accepted to college.
Says they are working to modernize facilities, and working with national experts to improve best practices.
Touting GED passing rates, and said 8 at-risk juveniles were recently accepted to college.
Sen. Gustafson speaking in support of her on behalf of Senate Rs. Statements so far have been glowing, and that she's a positive influence in an agency long in need of help.
Sen. Gerald Malloy, a Democrat who sponsored the juvenile reform act, also supportive of her appointment.
Sen. Gerald Malloy, a Democrat who sponsored the juvenile reform act, also supportive of her appointment.
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