. >>> some at risk students in cecil are learning akido.artial arts, a masterself discipline and to find inner peace. we show you how they are progressing. >> reporter: it's a new program in newark, to help kid whose have been suspended from their regular school. it's aimed to help focus their minds and improve their team work. >> suspended from the regular classroom or home school so they are with us. it's still a public school. they are with us for a maximum of 45 days and then go back to school and realize they really need a focus, they need to blend and and learn how to work together. this is the best fit. >> reporter: mom karen has seen a positive change in her son. >> it helps him relax more. he loves it. he talks about it all the time. he enjoys it. >> it helps me control my anger and helps me with a lot of protecting myself. >> reporter: its hoped they will take what they learn on the mat into their daily lives. at school, or at home. >> helps my whole day and helps me through the week because i know i will come here on thursday and