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 & Community of Practice
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)
Presenters: TAP Team & FYSCPs
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. An FYSCP program is also selected for each meeting to share and highlight their work with attendees.
If you have a hot topic idea or want to be placed on the program spotlight list for upcoming meetings, please reach out to Mindy Corless at corless_mindy@lacoe.edu.
CoP #4
Date: January 21, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Description: This CoP will feature Placer County as the FYSCP spotlight and a discussion about transportation.
Upcoming CoP Dates
February 18, 2025
April 18, 2025
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End of Year Report Overview for FYSCPs
Presenters: Bridget Stumpf, SCOE/TAP & CDE Team
Description: The 2024-25 FYSCP End of Year (EOY) Report is a requirement for all Foster Youth Services Coordinating Programs. TAP and CDE staff will review the report content, submission process, and the CDE's bi-annual report to the legislature. FYSCP Coordinators and designated staff responsible for the EOY report and related data are strongly encouraged to attend one of the sessions below. This webinar is for FYSCP staff only.
Option 1:
Date: January 22, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Option 2:
Date: January 23, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Save the Dates
More events are coming soon.
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Trauma Responsive Practices for Schools & 1-2-3 Wellness
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.
1-2-3 Wellness Event Flyer 2025
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Wellness and Self-Care Series
Presenters: 1-2-3 Wellness Team
Description: This opportunity guides participants to learn how to infuse more wellness into their daily lives. Together, we will focus on personalizing what works well for each participant and integrating daily practices into our busy schedules. Topics will include processing stress in healthy ways, mindfulness, self-compassion and more. Participants can attend all four sessions or opt to attend individual sessions. Learn More.
Each session is from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on the following dates:
January 23, 2025
February 28, 2025
March 20, 2025
April 17, 2025
This is one series composed of four virtual sessions. Attend one or all.
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W.I.N.S. Communication
Presenters: 1-2-3 Wellness Team
Description: Learn to communicate more powerfully and effectively. Participants will develop practical brain-based communication tools to help themself and others feel more seen, heard and appreciated. Participants will better understand the barriers to communication success while discovering how to overcome them with simple, practical daily tools. Importantly, each participant will create a practical plan as part of the experience. Learn More.
Option 1
Date: February 25, 2025
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
Option 2
Date: March 18, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
REGISTER (both options)
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Powerful Self-Paced Online Learning
Presenters: 1-2-3 Wellness Team
Description: Are you very busy, yet you want- and deserve- powerful tools to work smarter, not harder? Our powerful, self-paced online learning video courses let you cultivate success at your own pace, whenever and wherever you want. Choose the course that is right for you. No stress. Just great content at your fingertips. Optional coaching is also available for free. Learn More.
Dates: Ongoing through the 2024-2025 school year.
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Trauma Responsive Schools for Educators Working with Students in Foster Care
Presenters: Meagan Meloy, Butte COE TAP; Mindy Corless & Michelle Lustig, LACOE TAP
Description: 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. FYSCP TAP is offering this training for FYSCP staff and partners.
If you have additional questions, please contact Mindy Corless at corless_mindy@lacoe.edu.
Option 2:
Date: March 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
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System of Care (AB 2083)
More events coming soon
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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.
Notice of Designee Participation for Required Event Form
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Please register at least one week prior to your meeting date. Click on the registration link for each meeting to view location details and suggested hotels.
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Spring 2025 FYSCP Regional Meetings
Region 2 (Sonoma)
Date: January 28, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Region 4 (Solano)
Date: January 29, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Region 7 (San Bernardino)
Date: February 12, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Region 6 (Ventura)
Date: February 13, 2025
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Region 1 (Shasta)
Date: February 27, 2025
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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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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Spring 2025 FYSCP Statewide Coordinators Meeting
Date: April 9, 2025
Location: Hyatt Regency Orange County
Immediately following the CFYETF Education Summit.
Registration will open in 2025.
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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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CFYETF CA Foster Youth Education Summit
Dates: April 7-8, 2025
Location: Anaheim
Attendance is a grant requirement for all FYSCPs.
California Foster Youth Education Summit Lived Experience Leader Application 2025 Application Extended to 1/31/25!
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CA Association of Supervisors of Child Welfare and Attendance (CASCWA) Conference
Dates: April 28-30, 2025
Location: San Diego
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Dates: April 29-May 2, 2025
Location: Palm Springs
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