Register now for state webinar highlighting support for students in foster care
12/2/2025
Dec. 11 webinar to focus on school efforts statewide to support students in foster care
Join the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce and the Ohio Department of Children and Youth on Dec. 11 from noon-1 p.m. for a powerful and inspiring webinar focused on how schools across the state are making a difference in the lives of more than 14,000 students in foster care.
Educational stability is a cornerstone of well-being for children in foster care. This session will spotlight how schools provide critical services like transportation, meals, academic support, and trusted relationships to help these students thrive.
Webinar highlights:
- Opening remarks from state department directors
- Firsthand insights from youth with lived experience
- Innovative strategies for collaboration between education and child welfare agencies
- A breakdown of key laws and protections for students in foster care
This is a must-attend event for educators, advocates, caseworkers, and those who are simply passionate about supporting youth. Register now.
Direct questions to fostercare@education.ohio.gov.
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact Katie Barnes, ADA coordinator, at ADAaccommodation@education.ohio.gov or (614) 387-2200 (voice) no later than Dec 5.