An Act relative to educational support for children in foster care
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve educational support for children in foster care in Massachusetts. It seeks to ensure these children have access to resources and services that can help them succeed academically and transition to adulthood. The bill focuses on addressing the unique challenges these students face, such as instability and lack of support, to promote their educational attainment. It intends to create a more consistent and effective system of support for foster youth.
Key provisions
- Requires the Department of Children and Families (DCF) to collaborate with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to develop and implement a plan for supporting foster youth.
- Establishes a Foster Youth Education Support Fund to provide financial assistance for educational expenses.
- Mandates that schools provide specific support services to foster students, including counseling and tutoring.
- Requires the creation of a liaison position within each school district to work with foster families and DCF to ensure student needs are met.
- Promotes the awareness of educational opportunities for foster youth among relevant stakeholders.
- Supports the development of individualized education plans (IEPs) tailored to the needs of foster students.
- Addresses transportation barriers to ensure students can access educational services.
- Encourages partnerships between schools, foster care agencies, and community organizations.
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Primary sponsor
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
Cosponsors
David Henry Argosky LeBoeuf
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