Current Events
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.
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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CA Foster Youth Outcomes: Recommended Practices from Four Successful School Districts
Presenters: Janet Abdelsayed & Deborah Avalos, CDE
Date: October 27, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Description: Join the California Department of Education Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program along with local educational agencies to hear recommended practices from four success school districts to improve outcomes for their foster youth populations. This webinar is open to all agencies.
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New Stability Report on DataQuest
Presenters: Liberty van Natten, CDE & Bridget Stumpf SCOE/TAP
Date: November 9, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Description: Learn about and explore the new Stability Rate report released (prior to webinar) on DataQuest, including how the rate is defined and measured as well as how to look at data at the at your local level. This webinar is for FYSCP staff only.
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Linking Data to Practice
Presenters:
Kathleen McNaught, Director Education Projects, ABA Center on Children and the Law
Kristin Kelly, Assistant Director of Education Projects, ABA Center on Children and the Law
Sneha Barve, Staff Attorney, ABA Center on Children and the Law
Sophia Gatowski, Ph.D. Consultant, Systems Change Solutions, Inc.
Liberty van Natten, Foster Youth Data Liaison, CDE
Date: November 30, 2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. PST
Description: This webinar will summarize the most current and relevant research and data on educational outcomes for students in foster care and provide an overview of California data as well as national data outcomes. Through facilitated discussion groups we will work to identify key areas of need, supported by the data, and discuss promising practices, both within and outside of California. The webinar will begin to discuss how to design interventions and design measurements to accompany practice improvements. FYSCP/COE staff may attend.
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FYSCP Trauma-Informed Practices for Schools Trainings
Introduction to Trauma-Informed Practices Part 2: Building Resilience
This training is a follow-up to Introduction to Trauma-Informed Practices for Schools (Part 1). It will provide participants with an understanding of how to use a trauma lens to build resilience in students. The training will address the needs of all students; however, it will focus on specific strategies that relate to improving the outcomes of students in foster care. This event is open to COE and district staff.
Presenter: Kim Faulkner-Camacho, LACOE/TAP
Date: October 8, 2021
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Presenter: Kim Faulkner-Camacho, LACOE/TAP
Date: October 15, 2021
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Trauma-Informed Restorative Practices in Schools
This training will provide participants with an understanding of how to use a trauma-informed lens to help students deal with conflict and manage their emotions. It offers strategies and tips for restorative discipline in a trauma-responsive approach. This event is open to COE and district staff.
Presenter: Kim Faulkner-Camacho, LACOE/TAP
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
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Trauma-Informed Self-Care for Educators
This workshop will help participants understand the importance of self-care and wellness from a trauma-informed lens. It includes strategies and tools needed to create a self-care routine and prevent compassion fatigue and burnout during a pandemic. Participants will engage in specific activities that will aid them in identifying signs of burnout and develop an action plan to alleviate stress and create a manageable work-life balance. This event is open to COE and district staff.
Presenter: Kim Faulkner-Camacho, LACOE/TAP
Date: November 16, 2021
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Trauma-Informed Response to Addressing Human Trafficking in Schools and Its Impact on Students in Foster Care
This training will help participants use a trauma-informed lens to better understand how human trafficking impacts students in foster care and other vulnerable student groups. Participants will learn strategies and tips to address the needs of students affected by trauma and human trafficking and prevent it in schools. They will receive resources and other valuable materials to educate parents, caregivers, and others who support students. This event is open to COE and district staff.
Presenter: Kim Faulkner-Camacho, LACOE/TAP
Date: December 2, 2021
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Trauma-Informed Practices Virtual Training of Trainers (2-Day Event)
This 2-day virtual training will prepare participants to provide training and capacity-building on the topic of trauma-informed practices. They will learn how to teach the material to others, direct them to resources and other pertinent materials, lead discussions, respond to participant questions, and facilitate activities to keep participants engaged. This event is open to COE and district staff.
Presenter: Kim Faulkner-Camacho, LACOE/TAP
Dates TBD
2-Day Event, 4 Hours Each Day
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FYSCP Regional Meetings
Regional meetings are intended for local FYSCP coordinators or designated FYSCP staff within each region. FYSCP coordinators should attend the meeting for their designated region when possible and may attend one regional meeting for each fall and spring session.
Fall regional meetings will be held virtually from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Region #1: September 1, 2021
Region #2: September 7, 2021
Region #3: September 14, 2021
Region #4: September 15, 2021
Region #5: September 23, 2021
Region #6: October 6, 2021
Region #7: October 14, 2021
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FYSCP Statewide Meetings
Statewide meeting attendance is required for all FYSCPs. The meeting is for the FYSCP primary coordinator or designated FYSCP staff only.
Fall FYSCP Statewide Coordinators Meeting (Virtual)
Date: December 9, 2021
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Registration Coming Soon
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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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November 13-16, 2021, Virtual/Atlanta
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Blueprint for Success Conference
March 7-8, 2022, Los Angeles
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April 26-29, 2022, Palm Springs
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CA Association of Supervisors of Child Welfare and Attendance (CASCWA) Conference
May 11-13, 2022, Lake Tahoe
May 12, 2022, Virtual Option
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