Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/early-punishments-can-have-lasting-impact-for-some-students Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Story A number of studies over the years have linked a child’s exposure to the criminal justice system with increased odds of dropping out of school. The NewsHour recently traveled to Texas, a state that is sending thousands of kids to court every year.