Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program

The Kings County Office of Education, Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP) supports the statewide system of programs and services focused on improving educational outcomes for students in foster care.

Working collaboratively with local school districts, health and human services agencies, probation, courts, foster care agencies, and other interested groups and individuals, the FYSCP program provides training and resources on evidence-based strategies and practices geared to improve the education outcomes of foster children in Kings County.

Services We Provide

Verification of foster youth status and educational rights holder.
Educational case management, school of origin rights, transfer of records, immediate enrollment assistance, and credit evaluations.
Support for high school seniors in completing the FAFSA
Chafe Application, and WebGrants with coordination of the Independent Living Program & District Liaisons.
Provides training and resources on evidence-based strategies and practices geared to maximize the educational success, ensure equity, and equal access for all foster children in Kings County.

Who is Eligible?

This definition also includes:

Out-of-home placement or living at home, and under jurisdiction of the Kings County Court. (WIC 300)
Ward of the local tribal court . (ICWA)
Out of county foster youth placed in Kings County.

Foster Youth Liaison List

Foster Care State Ombudsman

Youth Law Center

National Law center for Children and Families

California Youth Connection

Agenda/Minutes 12/11/2024

Email:
info.fosteryouthcoordination@kingscoe.org

Address:
1212 N. Douty Street Hanford, CA 93230