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 Definitions for LEAs
Date: November 19, 2026
1:30 PM-3:00 PM
Foster Youth Definitions for FYSCPs
November 20, 2026
10:00 AM-11:30 AM
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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.
October 2, 2026
October 16, 2026
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.
Date: December 1, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Date: May 11, 2027
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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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.
CoP #1: October 20, 2026
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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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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Fall 2026 FYSCP Regional Meetings
Meetings will be held in-person from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Region 4
Date: September 9, 2026
Location: Santa Cruz COE
Counties Presenting: Monterey, Santa Cruz & San Benito
Region 2
Date: September 10, 2026
Location: Alameda COE
Counties Presenting: San Francisco, San Mateo & Solano
Region 1
Date: September 23, 2026
Location: Butte COE
Counties Presenting: Glenn, Modoc & Trinity
Region 5
Date: October 6, 2026
Location: Mariposa COE
Counties Presenting: Kern, Kings & Fresno
Region 3
Date: October 7, 2026
Location: Tuolumne COE
Counties Presenting: Placer, Sacramento & Stanislaus
Region 6
Date: October 22, 2026
Counties Location: Riverside COE
Presenting: Imperial, Los Angeles & Riverside
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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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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
Date: December 7-8, 2026
Location: Embassy Suites by Hilton Sacramento Riverfront Promenade
This meeting is for the FYSCP Primary Coordinator only. One participant per county.
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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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