Foster Care Resources and Training

Contact Information

Stacey Klim

Foster Care Program Supervisor

Savanna Cavalletto

Foster Care Program Specialist

Tools and materials on this page are created to assist districts in the implementation of state and federal laws as well as to assist others in advocating for students in foster care.

Upcoming Trainings

Foster Care Education Trainings are for Foster Care Liaisons and Foster Care Building Points of Contact. This training session will cover both federal and state legislation that aims to provide educational stability and success for students in foster care, duties of the foster care liaison and building point of contact, along with how and who to work with at DCYF, and best practices to support youth in foster care will be covered.  The trainings below are all repeat trainings of the same information, please pick the one that works best for you. If you would like clock hours, please registration on both Zoom and PdEnroller.

McKinney-Vento vs Foster Care

This webinar will focus on the differences and similarities between McKinney-Vento Homeless Education and Foster Care Education programs. We will dive into the key provisions and requirements of each program, examine when these programs overlap, and discuss student scenarios.  Bring your questions as there will be time for Q and A.  

ETV Training

The Education and Training Voucher (ETV) Program is a federal grant for dependent youth ages 15 through 20 who are enrolled at least part time at an accredited college, university, vocational, or technical school. Students can use ETV funds for educational and living expenses. Eligible youth may receive up to $5,000 per academic year and $2,000 for Dual Credit (Running Start) students!

Best Interest Determination Training

Best Interest Determination meetings can be complex and extensive.  Please join us as we go over the legal provisions and process, format, attendees, and documentation requirements.  There will be time for questions and feedback.  If you are a new Foster Care Liaison, we encourage you to take this training. 

Resources for Foster Care Liaisons

Foster Care Liaison Toolkit

Building Point of Contact Toolkit

Best Interest Determination Toolkit

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