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2026 CA Foster Youth Educational Summit April 20-21, 2026

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2026 CA Foster Youth Educational Summit April 20-21, 2026

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CA Foster Youth Ed Summit - April 15-16, 2024 at the Hyatt Regency Sacramento

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2026 Annual CDS Awards Luncheon May 6, 2026

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2026 Annual CDS Awards Luncheon May 6, 2026

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2026 IEHP Heart Award Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026

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2026 IEHP Heart Award Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026

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2026 Children Deserve Success Scholarship Application - Deadline March 13, 2026

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2026 Children Deserve Success Scholarship Application - Deadline March 13, 2026

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2026 GDTF - Horace Boatwright Memorial Scholarship Application

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2026 GDTF - Horace Boatwright Memorial Scholarship Application

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2026 Revised Gangs Drug Task Force Scholarship Application (2) Fillable

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Ramos Family Endowed Scholarship Fund - Deadline February 28, 2026

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Ramos Family Endowed Scholarship Fund - Deadline February 28, 2026

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2026 A. Gary Anderson "Shine-A-Light" Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026

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2026 A. Gary Anderson "Shine-A-Light" Scholarship - Deadline February 28, 2026

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The annual Shine-A-Light Scholarship is intended for youth graduating high school this year, first-year community college, university, or vocation school students; and/or those transitioning from community college to a university.

The annual Ramos Family Endowed Scholarship is open to youth from indigenous communities, youth who have experienced homelessness, poverty, abuse, and/or neglect that reside in San Bernardino County.

The A. Gary Anderson Endowed Scholarship is open to graduating seniors and young adults who have experienced foster care, poverty, abuse, and/or neglect that reside in San Bernardino County and are entering post-secondary education for the first time.

Other Scholarships

Children Deserve Success

Open to San Bernardino County youth who is graduating from high school, has overcome adversity, and is continuing their education at a college, trade, or technical school.

San Bernardino Countywide Gangs & Drugs Task Force Scholarship

Open to San Bernardino County youth who is graduating from high school, has overcome adversity, and is continuing their education at a college, trade, or technical school.

SoCalGas Scholarship

Eligibility requirements found on website.

CASCWA Southern Section Scholarship

Open to graduating seniors that have overcome adversity with the support of a CASCWA member and plan to continue their education via college or career training.

SchoolHouse Connection Youth Scholarship

Eligibility requirements found on website.

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Created by a former Foster youth, Sade Daniels has dedicated her life to advocate for foster youth, co-write laws that support foster youth, and has now created a website with a variety of scholarships that are available for Foster youth in the United States.

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Words are dope but mean very little when not coupled with actions and resources. Here are a few that are aimed at helping young people access the education and support they need to thrive. The below scholarship resources are mainly for California residents but this list is ever expanding to all states.

This is just the beginning. We'll be expanding this section with all kinds of useful information and tools, from housing resources to youth development strategies and family supports. Stay tuned for updates that will help empower and uplift youth and families with tangible needs.

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The annual Shine-A-Light Scholarship is intended for youth graduating high school this year, first-year community college, university, or vocation school students; and/or those transitioning from community college to a university.

The annual Ramos Family Endowed Scholarship is open to youth from indigenous communities, youth who have experienced homelessness, poverty, abuse, and/or neglect that reside in San Bernardino County.

The A. Gary Anderson Endowed Scholarship is open to graduating seniors and young adults who have experienced foster care, poverty, abuse, and/or neglect that reside in San Bernardino County and are entering post-secondary education for the first time.

Other Scholarships

Children Deserve Success

Open to San Bernardino County youth who is graduating from high school, has overcome adversity, and is continuing their education at a college, trade, or technical school.

San Bernardino Countywide Gangs & Drugs Task Force Scholarship

Open to San Bernardino County youth who is graduating from high school, has overcome adversity, and is continuing their education at a college, trade, or technical school.

SoCalGas Scholarship

Eligibility requirements found on website.

CASCWA Southern Section Scholarship

Open to graduating seniors that have overcome adversity with the support of a CASCWA member and plan to continue their education via college or career training.

SchoolHouse Connection Youth Scholarship

Eligibility requirements found on website.

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The goal of the FYSCP Technical A ssistance Program (TAP) is to support the collaboration and interagency coordination of services with local child welfare offices, school districts, and community partners, so that student s in foster care in California will have thoughtful access to resources and supports, improved graduation rates, improved school attendance, and increased school stability.

The FYSCP TAP team provides :

Subject matter e xpertise to the county office FYSCPs in support o f continuous improvement efforts

Support that fosters collaboration among county agencies through coor dination and interagency agreements which address school stability and information sharing

Guidance and support to increase the c apacity and willingness to gather meaningful data and strategic a nalysis processes

O nline meetings and resources shared among county FYSCP c oordinators in order to enable support for school districts and community stakeholders

In-person regional and statewide meetings to ensure the spread of best practices related to the education of students in foster care

Relevant training on trauma-informed practices for schools

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Senate Bill 150 ToolkitThis toolkit is designed to assist college campuses to effectively implement and understand the new law. Items in the toolkit include…

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Complete the online Special Programs & Services (SPS) application using the button below. After submitting your application, a staff member of our Special Programs & Services team will be reaching out to you.
If you are applying for EOPS, you will need to have the following:

Enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more units)

Completed your FAFSA and qualify for CCPG A, B, or C with zero EFC

Prior college/university transcripts if you attended another institution

Below 70 transferable college units from any institution

As CARE is a subprogram to EOPS, you will need to have the following:

Complete the CalWORKs Release of Information form to allow program staff to contact the county office on your behalf to receive your Verification of Benefits.
If you are applying for NEXTUP, you will need to have the following:

Enrolled in at least 9 units or more (students in less than 9 students may be accepted into the program if the intent is to enroll in 9 units in a primary semester)

Current or former foster youth (in foster care on or after 13th birthday) or previously in the NEXTUP program at another community college

Under the age of 26 at the start of the academic year (July 1st)

Provide foster youth documentation:

Confirmation of foster youth history by the State Foster Youth Ombudsperson's office via student request. Click link to request form - Verification Request Form

Contact the State Foster Youth Ombudsperson's office at 1-844-846-1602 or via email at fosteryouthhelp@dss.ca.gov (on the subject include: NextUp Verification for Barstow Community College)

A letter from your county caseworker containing DOB, age and time in foster care system

If you are applying for CalWORKs, you will need to have the following:

Enrolled as a part-time student (6 or more units)

Complete the CalWORKs Release of Information form to allow program staff to contact the county office on your behalf to receive your Verification of Benefits.

*EOPS/CARE and CalWORKs do not accept summer applications. For Fall and Spring, you must apply by the stated deadline dates.*
Special Programs & Services Application Release of Information

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The Barstow College Foster & Kinship Care Education Program provides quality education and support services to foster/kinship families.
The FKCE program provides quality education and support opportunites for caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home care so that these providers may meet their educational, emotional, behavioral and developmental needs. These services are open to the public at no cost.
Barstow Community College/ Foster and Kinship Care Education (FKCE) Program
FKCE Main Office
2700 Barstow Road
Barstow, CA 92311
Barstow's FKCE Program runs from Mid-August to mid-week of June. We do not offer classes the last two weeks of December and the first week of January. When scheduling classes please keep in mind that we are dark for the entire month of July.
FOSTER CARE
If you know someone who wants to become a foster parent, have him/her call this number to get details on a Foster Parent Orientation in their neighborhood.
(800) 722-4477
ADOPTION

If you or someone you know would like to adopt a child from the county, please call (800) 722-4477.

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The Barstow College Foster & Kinship Care Education Program provides quality education and support services to foster/kinship families. The FKCE program provides quality education and support opportunites for caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home care so that these providers may meet their educational, emotional, behavioral and developmental needs.

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Welcome to the EOP Renaissance Scholars Program at CSUSB

Cal State San Bernardino's EOP Renaissance Scholars Program was established in 2003. The program is committed to providing comprehensive support services to current and former foster youth as they transition into the university and through to graduation. The success of the EOP Renaissance Scholars Program is a result of services provided through the collaborative efforts of various campus departments at Cal State San Bernardino and community partners. We encourage all prospective Renaissance Scholars Program students to apply to to the Educational Opportunity Program.

Students who indicate on their CSUSB application that they are a current or former foster youth or ward of the court are contacted by the Program Coordinator and informed about the program. If eligible, a student will be asked to submit the required documentation and an interview/campus tour will be arranged.

For more information, contact Reneisha Wilkes at (909) 537-5042, or by email to Reneisha.Wilkes@csusb.edu.

Program Benefits

Admissions Assistance

Orientation

EOP Summer Bridge Program (First year Freshmen only)

Academic Advising

Personal Counseling

Financial assistance and guidance

Priority Registration

Mentoring

Mid-semester Evaluations

On-campus Housing Assistance

Scholarships

Tutoring Services through the Learning Center

Life Skills and Academic Workshops

Cultural Enrichment Activities and Recreational Activities

Networking and Leadership Opportunities

Post-graduation Career Planning and Assistance (Resumes, Cover Letters, and Mock Interviews)

Program Goals

Assist current and former foster youth with admission to the university

Provide comprehensive support that promotes academic and personal success

Encourage active participation in university life

Prepare students for graduation and beyond

Provide experiences that enrich students educationally, culturally and socially

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Succeeding in college depends on more than just academic support for many students. You may need extra financial help, specialized counseling that addresses your specific challenges and overall guidance to meet your educational and career goals. Chaffey College offers Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) to meet those needs. The state legislature established EOPS in 1969 as a state-funded counseling program for economically and academically disadvantaged students to help them achieve their goals.

Mission Statement

EOPS is a community college counseling program that provides "over and above" academic, personal and financial support to qualified community college students whose educational and socioeconomic backgrounds might prevent them from successfully attending college. Services provided are specifically designed for under-represented students and their specific needs with the ultimate goal being completion of a certificate program, an associate degree and/or transfer to a four-year university.

In light of the COVID-19 Pandemic, EOPS is providing virtual counseling and limited in-person services.

Types of Appointments Available

Students have the option to meet with a counselor in-person (requirements apply), via video, or by telephone. Please read the following important information for each type of appointment.

In-Person Appointment

(Rancho, Chino and Fontana)

Students who attend an on-campus Counseling Appointment must wear district-approved face coverings (3-ply surgical, K-95, or N-95 masks) when entering any Chaffey College building. The mask must be worn throughout the duration of the appointment and must be worn correctly (covering the mouth and nose).
The College is currently following guidelines and recommendations for COVID safety protocols set in place by San Bernardino County Department of Public of Health.

No Guests will be permitted into the in-Person Counseling session. Students seeking a meeting with a Counselor and would like to bring a guest should reschedule for a phone or video appointment.

By scheduling this appointment, you agree that you are not experiencing any cold/flu like symptoms and are certifying that if any symptoms arise that you will reschedule your Counseling appointment to a phone or video appointment.

Online Video Appointment

Be prepared for the appointment as you would for an in-person appointment on campus.

Be in a quiet and private place.

Find a location where you will be able to communicate with the counselor effectively. For your safety, driving during the appointment will not be allowed.

No interruptions: do not answer phone calls, texts or surf the web during the appointment. Give your full attention to the counselor.

Have the proper technology setup including your webcam and microphone. Use Chrome or Firefox as your browser.

Telephone Appointment

Be prepared for the appointment as you would for an in-person appointment on campus.

A counselor will call the number you provided on the intake form within the first five minutes of your scheduled appointment time.

You will receive an incoming call from a private number. If your phone is set to block calls from unknown or private numbers, please remove the block prior to your counseling appointment so that the call will go through.

It will be helpful for you to have access to the internet during our counseling appointment, as we will be discussing online resources during the call.

Expectations for all appointments

Appointments and interactions with Counselors are intended for educational purposes only. To ensure that we are engaging in a safe, secure and respectful atmosphere with students, a counselor can end any counseling session at their professional discretion if a student is being disrespectful, inappropriate or does not have proper online etiquette for video, phone, in-person or chat sessions.

Scheduling a Counseling Appointment

Counseling appointments are scheduled in ConexED. If you are a Chaffey College student make sure that you select the Chaffey College Student Icon. If you are not a Chaffey College student, make sure you select the Guest Icon and create a guest account.

When making an appointment be sure to select the correct meeting location desired. For In-person locations there are three locations available: Rancho, Chino, and Fontana campus. Reference chart above for important information for each type of appointment you are scheduling.
Important: Please use your student panther account as mentioned above to sign in when making an appointment via ConexEd (Avoid using your account linked to your personal email). This will ensure easy check-ins for in-person appointments and that all notes are in one place for you.
Services

Please click on photo to view the flyer larger and learn how to apply for EOPS

Academic, career and limited personal counseling, including through Guided Pathways

Foster youth specialized counseling services

Priority registration

Orientation to college classes (Guidance 2)

Cultural awareness activities

Assistance in purchasing textbooks for classes

Book rental option

Transportation assistance

Supplemental programs for single parents receiving CalWORKs assistance (CARE), foster youth, students who qualify for Assembly Bill 540 (AB 540) and complete the California Dream Act application, and a summer readiness program (SRP) for recent high school graduates.

Eligibility Requirements
Meet all three of the following: And one (1) of the following:

Be a student who has not earned a high school diploma or equivalent

Have a high school grade-point average below 2.5

Complete remedial/foundational course work in high school or college

Complete English as a Second Language courses (ESL)

Be a current or former foster youth

Be a first-generation college student (a student whose parents or guardians have not completed a college degree).

How to Apply

Apply on-line by logging onto your My Chaffey portal account at my.chaffey.edu (a Chaffey student ID number is required)

Scroll the left sidebar to Tools

Locate the EOPS application link under Student Quick Links

Once you submit your application, you will receive a confirmation email verifying that your application was successfully submitted. Please save it for your records.

It takes eight to twelve weeks to process your application and determine your eligibility

You will be notified via your Panther email, or the email Chaffey College has on file, of your application status

Request a Classroom Presentation

Would you like EOPS to provide a presentation to your students? Click here to submit your request and an EOPS representative will reach out to you shortly to confirm details.

Contact

Rancho Cucamonga campus

Michael Alexander Campus Center - Room 205

Program Hours
Mondays & Thursdays: 7:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Fridays: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Chino Main Instructional Building - GPS Center, Room 240

Program Hours
Wednesdays: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, ( every other week; call ahead to confirm)

Thursdays: 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM

Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays

Support Staff: Admissions and Records front desk

Counseling Appointments: Fontana Academic Center

Program Hours

Tuesdays: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Wednesdays: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Closed Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays

Upcoming Events

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Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program Mission:

The mission of the Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program is to provide support services to foster children who suffer the traumatic effects of displacement from family and schools and multiple placements in foster care and has the ability and authority to ensure that health and school records are obtained to establish appropriate placements and coordinate instruction, counseling, tutoring, mentoring, vocational training, emancipation services, training for independent living, and other related services. These services are designed to improve the children's educational performance and personal achievement, directly benefiting them.

Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program links:

Click on the links below to access the FYSCP Resources, Foster Care Advisory Council Meeting Documents, CDS Twitter, and other resources.

The Foster Youth LEA Liaison Contact List is located below under Attachments.
FYSCP Resources Foster Care Advisory Council Meeting Documents SBCSS Children Deserve Success Twitter
FYSCP Healing of Healers Resources
Webinar: Graduation Exemption Education Code 51225, Senate Bill No. 532 summary, and templates Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYSCP):
FYSCP provides support services to foster children who suffer the traumatic effects of displacement from family, school, and multiple placements in foster care.

FYSCP has the ability and authority to ensure that health and school records are obtained to establish appropriate placements and coordinate instructions, counseling, tutoring, mentoring, vocational training, emancipation services, training for independent living, and other related services.

FYSCP increase the stability of placements for foster children and youth. These services are designed to improve the children's educational performance and personal achievement, directly benefiting them as well as providing long-range cost savings to the state.

Services:

Advocate for foster youth who are experiencing delays in enrollment

Expedite the transfer of foster youth health and education records to school sites

Provide assistance to school districts in designing and implementing services to support foster youth

Act as a liaison between foster youth, caregivers, social workers and educational agencies

Assist with the interpretation and implementation of the educational rights of children in foster care

Advocate for services for foster youth that increase academic achievement

Assist in identifying who retains educational rights for foster youth

Provide staff development and training for schools, partner agencies, foster families, and group home caregivers

Provide foster youth with activities and workshops to increase awareness of post-secondary education and career opportunities

Provide foster youth with educational rights workshops

Collect data to monitor and evaluate services

Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program Staff:
Paul Durham, Foster Youth Services Manager
Marion Carter, Project Analyst

Stephanie Delgado, Foster Youth Services Specialist

Stacy Diemert, Foster Youth Services Program Technician

Ilinanoa "Lina" Suliafu, Mgr., Foster Youth Services Program Specialist

Sara Arispe, Mgr., Foster Youth Services Program Specialist

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Step-by-step process to help change a life of a youth in Foster Care.

Step 1: Get in Touch: Click here to get started.

Step 2: Apply: Complete and submit the electronic CASA Volunteer application.

Step 3: A CASA staff member will schedule your Pre-training interview to determine eligibility. If it is a mutual fit, you will be invited to participate in an upcoming virtual training cohort.

Step 4: Participate in our hybrid/virtual CASA University & Zoom Training. Interested volunteers will need access to a device with a camera (tablet, PC, laptop) with an internet connection to access all training materials. Training includes self-paced modules on CASA University and in person and live Zoom webinars. Volunteers will create their own account on CASA University and will receive all links to zoom webinars.

Step 5: Completing your Background Clearance

An FBI/DOJ/CACI and National Sex Offender Registry background check form (provided during training).

Social Security number check (provided during training)

A DMV printout (last 10 years).

A copy of a valid driver's license and car insurance.

Three positive references.

Step 6: Swear-in: Once you have completed training and cleared all background checks, you will be invited to participate in a virtual swearing-in ceremony.

Step 7: Meet Your Advocate Supervisor: You will be matched with a C.A.S.A. staff member, your Advocate Supervisor who will provide you with professional support along your journey. They will provide you with guidance, resources, information, and support to help you be the best advocate for your youth.

Step 8: Advocate: CASA will match all volunteers with a youth from our waitlist based on the information gathered from the youth and the volunteer to make the best match possible. Volunteers will commit to:

Serving for a minimum of 18 months of service to their appointed youth

Scheduling an in-person visit with their youth at least once a month

Having weekly contact with their youth: contact can include phone calls, emails, text messages, letters, Zoom, etc.

Monthly contacts with all professionals involved in the case (caregivers, social workers, probation officers, attorneys, and school teachers and administrators).

Weekly contact with your Advocate Supervisor regarding any updates, questions, and or concerns.

Coordinate effective and fun activities to engage your youth

Complete and submit regular tracking of activities on monthly time logs

Be available to attend court two times per year (dependent on the current Courthouse rules)

Write two court reports and recommendations per year in collaboration with your Advocate Supervisor

Complete 12 hours of continuing education training annually

Click on the button below to provide us with you contact information and a member of our outreach team will be in touch.

Tax ID: 33-0362613; Child Advocates of San Bernardino County

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San Bernardino Valley College EOPS/NextUP

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Specialized support services to help you succeed in college

Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) provides comprehensive academic and support counseling, limited financial aid assistance, textbooks, and more to help you overcome financial needs, language barriers, and other academic challenges.

But that's not all. CARE, for single parents receiving public assistance, and NextUp, for current or former foster youth, offer even more support to EOPS students to support your unique needs.

Get Started Learn More

Happening in EOPS/ CARE/ NextUp

How We Can Help You

As an EOPS/CARE/NextUp student, you'll have access to resources and opportunities to help you while at SBVC. Resources may vary depending on which program(s) you are a participant of.

Who is EOPS/ CARE/ NextUp for?

EOPS is available to SBVC students disadvantaged by social, economic, educational or linguistic barriers. As an EOPS student, you may also be eligible for additional support through CARE and/or NextUp.

Be a resident of California or qualify for the AB540 exemption waiver

Be enrolled or plan to enroll in a minimum of 12 units for the semester, if not a participant of Student Accessibility Services (SAS)

Have not completed more than 70 units from all colleges you have attended

Qualify and receive the California College Promise Grant A or B

Be an EOPS student

Be single-parent, single head of household

Be a current recipient of cash aid assistance or a monthly CalWORKs grant

Have at least one dependent child under the age of 18

Be an EOPS student

Be a current or former California foster youth

Have dependency established or continued by the court on or after your 13th birthday

No older than 25 years of age at the beginning of the academic year

Get Started in EOPS/ CARE/ NextUp

All three programs start with EOPS. Use our online form to check your eligibility and complete the EOPS application. Once an EOPS student, our staff will help you to also apply to CARE and/or NextUp.
Check Eligibility & Apply

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Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS)

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Specialized support services to help you succeed in college Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOPS) provides comprehensive academic and support counseling, limited financial aid assistance, textbooks, and more to help you overcome financial needs, language barriers, and other academic challenges. But that's not all.

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San Bernardino Valley College Foster & Kinship Care Education (FKCE)

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San Bernardino Valley College Foster & Kinship Care Education (FKCE)

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Foster & Kinship Care Education (FKCE) — San Bernardino Valley College

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San Bernardino Valley College is the college of choice for students in the Inland Empire and is regarded as the alma mater of successful, lifelong learners.

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CA Minor Consent and Confidentiality Laws

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CA Minor Consent and Confidentiality Laws

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EOPS/CARE/NextUp Services Counseling services include educational planning, career and transfer planning and personal counseling. Peer advising : EOPS peer advisors are Citrus students whose own experiences make them a valuable resource for other students. These positive role models are uniquely familiar with the inner workings of the campus and are especially knowledgeable about a large number of services that are offered to Citrus students. EOPS peer advisors have a true interest in your success.EOPS and CARE staff members are available for visits and presentations to local high schools and community groups. Topics covered may include: EOPS/CARE eligibility Admissions information and guidance Financial aid information To arrange a presentation at your site regarding the EOPS/CARE program, please contact Sara Gonzales-Tapia at sgonzalestapia@citruscollege.edu or by phone at (626) 914-8556.Priority registration Tutoring assistance Assistance with textbook funding Book loan services Community resource referrals Self-improvement workshops: test taking skills, studying with children, etc. CSU and UC Transfer Application Fee Waivers

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The Special Care Increment (SCI) training is 12 hours foundational training (replacing D and F rate pre-service training) for resource parents who are caring for children, adolescents and non-minor dependents who require specialized care resulting in resource parents going above and beyond the basic level of care (LOC) to meet a child's health, physical, emotional, behavioral, educational, permanency and family service needs.

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Citrus College Rising Scholars Program The Citrus College Rising Scholars program assists students impacted by the justice system. We are here to help current and former justice-involved youth obtain access, retention and success in their college pathway at Citrus College. Our goal is to provide unique services, individualized counseling, career information, community referrals, cultural activities and enrichment workshops, as well as academic and personal guidance, to help empower students on their educational journey to earning an associate degree, a career technical certificate, and/or transfer to a college or university. We are here to ensure you achieve your educational goals and feel supported along your way! Program Eligibility, Services, and BenefitsCurrently on or has been on parole, adult probation, or AB 109 Formerly incarcerated or has been system impacted Academic, career and transfer counseling Assistance with financial aid and Chafee Grant applications Copy machine Food pantry assistance Inside and outside study area Office computer station with printer One-on-one support Priority registration Scholarship resources for probation and foster/kinship students School supplies Student success workshops Technology support Textbook vouchers Rising Scholars Interest Form View the Events and Workshops Calendar Counseling and Advisement ServicesMonday through Wednesday10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in IC 182C 3-Peat petitions (to register for the same class for the third time) Assistance with Online Transcript Evaluation Form California College Promise Grant Petitions Clearing prerequisites for registration Early Alert referral English and mathematics placement questions General information/questionsInformation on which Citrus courses are equal to courses at another college/university Questions about holds or current academic standing Registering for more than 21 units Registration assistance Student education plan (SEP) for one or two semesters Transfer information and application assistance Office Hours and LocationOffice Location: IC 182, Integrated Success Center (located next to the Veterans Success Center) Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Campus closed for winter break from Dec 23, 2024 through Jan 1, 2025 Contact Us Jorge Razo Jr., M.A.FKCE/Guardian Scholars Supervisor Foster and Kinship Care Education(626) 857-4028Contact me via email: jrazo@citruscollege.edu

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The Wellness Conference July 22-24, 2026

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The Wellness Conference July 22-24, 2026