Abstract
The development of this project was the collaborative effort of both authors to provide teachers with the knowledge necessary to support students who are in foster care. Careful consideration to finding current research was made. The primary purpose of this project is to disseminate information about how to break down communication barriers that occur between the child welfare system and the education system, as well as risk factors, and associated evidence-based support services for working with students in foster care. It is the authors’ hope that by attending this workshop, teachers will learn how to identify and gain information about students in foster care, and develop an understanding and awareness about current California Education Code law. The workshop is also intended to present teachers with the risk factors associated with the foster care population, and a variety of support services that can be implemented at the classroom or school site level. The workshop is intended to be three hours of training for teachers and/or school staff. The workshop includes a presenter’s manual, PowerPoint slides, and presenter’s notes. A supplementary Foster Care Resource Packet (FCRP) is available for those who attend the training. The FCRP provides teachers with handouts, resources, and templates about California Education Code, risk factors, and support services. Any credentialed mental health professional or teacher may present this workshop to an audience of teachers.