Legal Issues
 
Let's explore some current legal topics.  With  
links to items in our collection as well as online. 
In this issue: Michael Jackson and the College Admissions Cheating Scandal.

Leaving Neverland
Leaving Neverland

Watch the documentary on Hulu or HBO if you have a subscription, or are in your free trial period.  
 "At the height of his stardom, Michael Jackson began long-running relationships with two boys, aged 7 and 10, and their families. Now in their 30s, they tell the story of how they were sexually abused by Jackson."-Hulu
Michael Jackson Official Site
 
Learn the official story, watch videos and buy merchandise. Learn about his history and discuss his career and life with fans.  
 
 
Don't tell : the sexual abuse of boys
by Michel Dorais

Don't Tell examines the effects of sexual abuse on the emotional and sexual life of men, including their sense of self and their personal relationships. Using the first-hand accounts of victims Dorais shows that certain reactions are specific to male victims of abuse as they attempt to preserve a sense of physical integrity and masculinity. He also provides innovative strategies for both prevention and treatment that will be of use to those who have suffered abuse as well as to their families and all those who are trying to help them - spouses, friends, social workers, and therapists.-Amazon
 National Sexual Assault Telephone Hotline
 800.656.HOPE (4673) 
 
"Call 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a
sexual assault service provider in your area.
Calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline gives you access to a range of free services including:
Confidential support from a trained staff member, support finding a local health facility that is trained to care for survivors of sexual assault and offers services like sexual assault forensic exams, someone to help you talk through what happened, local resources that can assist with your next steps toward healing and recovery, referrals for long term support in your area, information about the laws in your community, and basic information about medical concerns."-RAINN Website
 
 
 
Michael Jackson [electronic resource] : ultimate music legend
by Katherine E. Krohn

Biography of the life of entertainer Michael Jackson. From his time as a child star to adulthood.
You can also make an appointment with our Social Worker.
 
Our social worker is available to assist with referrals for care coordination, mental health inpatient/outpatient treatment, substance abuse inpatient/outpatient treatment, self-help workshops and other aid groups on Wednesdays and Saturdays.  She can also assist with self help tools, techniques, exercises and goal setting. Although she doesn't provide therapy sessions, referrals will be given to people looking for clinical therapy. 
Call us at (631)654-4700 ext. 220 or 221 to make an appointment or for more information.
 
 
 

College Admissions Cheating Scandal
U.S. Charges Dozens Of Parents, Coaches In Massive College Admissions Scandal

Federal officials have charged dozens of well-heeled parents, including actresses Felicity Huffman and Lori Loughlin, in what the Justice Department says was a multimillion-dollar scheme to cheat college admissions standards. The parents allegedly paid a consultant who then fabricated academic and athletic credentials and arranged bribes to help get their children into prestigious universities.
 
 
 
The Enlightened College Applicant : A New Approach to the Search and Admissions Process
by Andrew Belasco

The Enlightened College Applicant presents a no-nonsense account of how students should approach the college search and admissions process. Instead of providing recycled entrance statistics or anecdotal generalizations about campus life, authors Belasco and Bergman incorporate cutting-edge data and research to pull back the curtain on critical topics.
Fiske countdown to college : 41 to-do lists and a plan for every year of high school
by Edward B Fiske

Outlines an accessible approach to the college prep and admissions process, covering everything from taking the SAT to applying to colleges, in a guide that also offers parent and student lists of what and what not to do.
College admission 101 : simple answers to tough questions about college admissions and financial aid
by Robert Franek

Provides answers to over sixty questions on the college application process, including taking the SAT, applying early decision, taking extracurricular activities, and managing financial aid.
You can also make an appointment with our College and Career Counselors.
 
College Access and Career Counselors are also a great resource who can help you with:
  • Finding the best-fit school for you
  • With personalized admission strategies
  • Applying for financial aid
  • Filling out college applications
  • Choosing high school courses that will work towards your intended major
  • Career training
  • And much more!
This service is geared towards students in grades 8-12, who want to know the necessary steps to take in each grade to be fully prepared for their college or career training. The earlier you make these decisions, the more prepared you’ll be for your future.
To make an appointment you can register online, by calling the Carnegie library at 631-654-4700 x501 (2:30-8:30pm), or you can drop in to ask questions.

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54-60 East Main Street
Patchogue, New York 11772
(631) 654-4700
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