Foster Care
NYS and the Federal government have recognized the unique needs of children in foster care by providing guidance and enacting laws to increase educational stability and improve the educational outcomes achieved. The state and federal laws and guidance clarify the joint responsibilities of education and child welfare agencies to collaborate so that students in foster care achieve educational stability.
NYSED Resources
Students in Foster Care – Broadcast Education Session on Educational Stability
This training is strongly encouraged for both school and local departments of social services, foster care points of contact, School Administrators, Finance and Business personnel, Directors of Pupil Transportation, and other interested school personnel. PowerPoint and handouts also available.
USDOE Resource
Non-Regulatory Guidance: Ensuring Educational Stability for Children in Foster Care
Resource
Legal Center for Foster Care & Education: Data & Information
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Page Updated 7/10/23
