Our Mission

To transform systems and improve law and practice to create better outcomes for children in foster care

A strong national voice for the education of students in foster care

A centralized source of foster care and education information and promising practices, and a provider of training and technical assistance across the country

A facilitator of networks for education advocates and child welfare professionals

A Coordinator and Supporter of Collaboration across the Education, Child Welfare and Court Systems to Improve Outcomes

See our tool for change: “Blueprint for Change: Education Success for Children in Foster Care” with newly created pages providing additional information and resources for each goal.

Framework for Educational Success

*NEW* 2026 National Datasheet

Learn more about foster care and education data by viewing our National Data Toolkit.

Research & Statistics

See the latest foster care and education news and resources by viewing our most recent newsletter.

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Our Work