Students in foster care represent one of the most vulnerable and academically at-risk student groups enrolled in California schools. The California Department of Education (CDE) monitors the educational outcomes for foster youth and engages with multiple state agencies and non-profit organizations to ensure these students receive the support and services they need.

The Foster Youth Services provides support services to foster children who suffer the traumatic effects of displacement from family and schools and multiple placements in foster care. Foster Youth Services increase the stability of placements for foster children and youth. These services are designed to improve the children's educational performance and personal achievement.

For more information contact our Homeless and Foster Youth Liaison through the Student Services Department at 650-624-3114.

The District is committed to supporting homeless children to participate fully in all school activities and programs for which child is eligible, to qualify automatically for nutrition programs, as well as any other support needed throughout the school year. The District has an appointed liaison to ensure parents of homeless children are provided meaningful opportunities to participate in the education of their children. Please contact the District Office at 650-624-3114.

State Department of Education, in consultation with the California Foster Youth Education Task Force, to develop a standardized notice of the educational rights of foster children. Please refer to the CDE at http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/pf/fy/contacts.asp.

Resources

• Homeless Education Poster – Spanish & English

• CA Dept. of Ed. Homeless Education Website

• San Mateo COE Homeless Education Website

• Federal Homeless Education Regulations

• SMCOE Homeless Education Brochure - Spanish and English