This report provides an account of the actions taken by Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families in the wake of the fatal school shooting in Jonesboro, Arkansas, to shape public policy affecting young children who commit serious violent crimes. Following some background information, the report's contents are: (1) "Responding to a Tragedy," which discusses building a plan of action and impacting policy through advocacy; (2) "Expressing the Public Will," which addresses influencing legislators, considering the options, and seeking humane and effective rehabilitation; (3) "Realizing Our Efforts," summarizing laws enacted during the 1999 Arkansas legislative session as a result of the organization's efforts to inform public policy; and (4) "Sharing Our Lessons." The report's concluding section offers a chronology of relevant events. (EV)