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FYSCP event participation is limited to Foster Youth Services Coordinating Programs unless specifically noted.
FYSCP event participation is limited to Foster Youth Services Coordinating Programs unless specifically noted.
Advanced registration is required. Late registrations are not guaranteed entry into virtual events.
Advanced registration is required. Late registrations are not guaranteed entry into virtual events.
FYSCP Webinars
FYSCP Webinars
In order to maintain an atmosphere of collaboration and transparency, FYSCP TAP webinars and meetings are not recorded unless it's specifically noted below. We encourage you to join events as scheduled. Slides and resources provided during webinars will be made available.
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Foster Youth Education Rights 101
Presenters: Amy Fowler & Rico Petrino, CDE; Mindy Corless, FYSCP TAP
Date: November 10, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Description: Join the CDE and TAP FYSCP team as we provide the fundamentals on the educational rights of students in foster care. The topics covered will include school of origin, immediate enrollment, partial credits and school records access for high school students, graduation rights, school discipline, and college and career rights & resources. This is an excellent opportunity to gain insights, ask questions and be a part of our ever-growing community of advocates for students in foster care. This webinar is open to LEAs, social workers, liaisons, caregivers and advocates of students in foster care.
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Foster or Not? Understanding the LCFF Foster Youth Definition, the Statewide Foster Match and Identification Best Practices (FYSCPs)
Presenters: Izamar Ortiz-Gonzales, CDE & Bridget Stumpf, Sacramento COE TAP
Date: November 19, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Description: Explore definitions, tools and best practices supporting foster youth identification for FYSCP COE programs. Students in foster care are often difficult to identify because they are highly mobile, and their data can be complex or seemingly unavailable to education partners. In this webinar participants will review the CDE Foster Youth Definitions Chart, the CALPADS foster match process and related data systems. Participants will also explore troubleshooting strategies and best practices for aligning data between multiple systems. This event is open to FYSCP staff only.
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Foster or Not? Understanding the LCFF Foster Youth Definition, the Statewide Foster Match and Identification Best Practices (LEAs)
Presenters: Izamar Ortiz-Gonzales, CDE & Bridget Stumpf, Sacramento COE TAP
Date: November 20, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Description: Explore definitions, tools and best practices supporting foster youth identification for Local Education Agencies. Students in foster care are often difficult to identify because they are highly mobile, and their data can be complex or seemingly unavailable to education partners. In this webinar participants will review the CDE Foster Youth Definitions Chart, the CALPADS foster match process and related data systems. Participants will also explore troubleshooting strategies and best practices for aligning data between multiple systems. This event is open to Local Education Agency staff supporting foster youth identification such as CALPADS authorized users and SIS administrators.
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Trauma Responsive Practices for Schools
Trauma Responsive Practices for Schools
In order to maintain an atmosphere of collaboration and transparency, FYSCP TAP webinars and meetings are not recorded unless it's specifically noted below. We encourage you to join events as scheduled. Slides and resources provided during webinars will be made available.
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Understanding the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME)
Facilitators: Mindy Corless, LACOE/TAP & Meagan Meloy, Butte COE/TAP
Dates & Times: All sessions are from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM on the dates below.
November 6, 2026
November 20, 2026
December 4, 2026
December 18, 2026
Understanding the Neurosequential Model in Education (NME) developed by The Neurosequential Network. Designed for school counselors, administrators, teachers, and support staff, the training introduces participants to the foundational concepts of the Neurosequential Model in Education and its application within school settings.
The six modules (90-minute sessions) are facilitated by the FYSCP TAP Team. This training provides an excellent opportunity for FYSCP staff and their LEA partners to deepen their understanding of NME principles, build trauma-informed practices, and explore how brain development impacts learning and behavior.
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Trauma Responsive Schools for Educators Working with Students in Foster Care
Presenters: Mindy Corless, LACOE TAP & Meagan Meloy, Butte COE TAP
This webinar will provide an overview of the effects of trauma and a deeper understanding of how trauma specifically impacts students in the foster care system. This training will explore the unique challenges our students face and equip educators with knowledge to create trauma-responsive learning environments that support academic, social, and emotional needs. This training for FYSCP staff and partners.
Option 1
Option 1
Date: December 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Option 1
Option 1
Date: May 11, 2027
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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FYSCP What Happened to You Book Study Series
Facilitators: Mindy Corless, LACOE TAP and Meagan Meloy, Butte COE TAP
Dates & Times: All sessions are from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on the dates below.
January 29 , 2027
February 19 , 2027
April 2 , 2027
FYSCP TAP will facilitate a guided book study of What Happened to You? by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey. The series will consist of three sessions, covering a total of 10 chapters. Participants will engage in reflective discussion, explore trauma-informed concepts presented in the book, and consider practical applications for working with students in foster care. Each session will focus on key themes and insights to promote understanding, learning, and meaningful conversation. Books will be provided to enrollees at the Fall Statewide Coordinators Meeting.
The deadline to register is December 1, 2026.
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FYSCP Community of Practice (CoP)
FYSCP Community of Practice (CoP)
In order to maintain an atmosphere of collaboration and transparency, FYSCP TAP webinars and meetings are not recorded unless it's specifically noted below. We encourage you to join events as scheduled. Slides and resources provided during webinars will be made available.
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FYSCP Community of Practice (CoP) Series
Presenters: TAP Team & FYSCPs
Time: All sessions are from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Fall Dates:
CoP #2: January 12, 2027
CoP #2: February 17, 2027
CoP #3: March 16, 2027
CoP #4: April 6, 2027
CoP #5: May 4, 2027
The Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP) Community of Practice (CoP) is a casual meeting space open to all FYSCP Coordinators and FYSCP program staff. The meeting is to connect with FYSCP colleagues and members of the Technical Assistance Program (TAP) team to discuss relevant and valuable topics important to the FYSCP community. FYSCP programs are also selected for each meeting to share and highlight their work with attendees.
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FYSCP Regional Meetings
FYSCP Regional Meetings
Regional meeting attendance is a grant requirement for all FYSCPs. The meetings are intended for the FYSCP primary coordinator contact. Additional FYSCP lead staff may attend as needed. The FYSCP coordinator should attend the meeting for their designated region whenever possible and may attend one regional meeting for each fall and spring session. The primary FYSCP Coordinator contact must download the Notice of Designee Participation for Required Event Form and send a completed copy to the CDE team at fosteryouth@cde.ca.gov if they are not attending a required event.
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Notice of Designee Participation for Required Event Form
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Spring 2027 FYSCP Regional Meetings
Meetings will be held virtually from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Region 6
Date: February 2, 2027
Region 1
Date: February 4, 2027
Region 4
Date: February 9, 2027
Region 2
Date: February 11, 2027
Region 5
Date: February 18, 2027
Region 3
Date: February 23, 2027
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FYSCP Statewide Meetings
FYSCP Statewide Meetings
Statewide meeting attendance is a grant requirement for all FYSCPs. The meeting is for the FYSCP primary coordinator or designated lead FYSCP staff only. The primary FYSCP Coordinator contact must download the Notice of Designee Participation for Required Event Form and send a completed copy to the CDE team at fosteryouth@cde.ca.gov if they are not attending a required event.
Notice of Designee Participation for Required Event Form
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Fall 2026 FYSCP Statewide Coordinators Meeting
12/7/26 | 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
12/8/26 | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
The Event Room Block is available through November 17th and includes breakfast and parking.
This meeting is for the FYSCP Primary Coordinator only. One participant per county.
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Other Events
Other Events
The events below are not associated with the FYSCP Technical Assistance Program. Refer to the event websites for additional details and updates.
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CFYETF CA Foster Youth Education Summit
Dates: April 12-13, 2027
Location: Hyatt Regency Orange
Attendance at the Ed Summit and Statewide meeting is a grant requirement for FYSCPs.
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