Foster & Homeless Youth Services
SCOE provides programs and supports to ensure that students in foster care and those experiencing homelessness or housing instability have equitable access to education, resources, and opportunities. Working closely with school districts, county agencies, and community partners, SCOE offers guidance, professional development, and direct services to help remove barriers to learning. Our team supports educators, students, and families through collaboration, connection to resources, and advocacy, promoting educational stability and success for every child, regardless of their circumstances.
FOSTER YOUTH
FOSTER YOUTH
FOSTER YOUTH
The 1998 Budget Act established the Foster Youth Service (FYS) Countywide Programs to serve foster youths, ages 4 to 21, living in Licensed Children's Institutions (LCIs) or group homes. The Solano Countywide Foster Youth Service Program is funded by a grant from the California Department of Education. stakeholders in Solano County formed the FYS Advisory Group by coming together with a goal of improving educational outcomes for wards and dependents of the court. Foster Youth Services collaborates with local school districts, licensed children's institutions, health and social service agencies, probation, law enforcement, youth advocates and other interested community members.
HOMELESS YOUTH
HOMELESS YOUTH
HOMELESS YOUTH
State and Local Educational Agencies must ensure that each homeless child and youth has equal access to the same free, appropriate public education, including public preschool program, as other children and youth.
HOMELESS EDUCATION AND RESOURCE TEAM (HEART)
HOMELESS EDUCATION AND RESOURCE TEAM (HEART)
HOMELESS EDUCATION AND RESOURCE TEAM (HEART)
The Solano Homeless Education and Resource Team (HEART) Stakeholder Collaborative brings together local agencies, community-based organizations, community partners, and youth advocates to support youth who are experiencing homelessness. Meetings provide an opportunity for partners to:
STUFF THE BUS
STUFF THE BUS
STUFF THE BUS
Stuff the Bus is a countywide school supply drive held each year from June - August. This campaign aims to serve Solano's Foster and Homeless youth as preparation to return to school with a more positive outlook. Solano County has identified approximately 1,200 homeless youth and 450 youth in the foster care system.
FOSTER YOUTH EDUCATIONAL PLANNING TEAM (FYEPT)
FOSTER YOUTH EDUCATIONAL PLANNING TEAM (FYEPT)
FOSTER YOUTH EDUCATIONAL PLANNING TEAM (FYEPT)
The FYEPT stakeholder and post-secondary meeting serves as the Executive Advisory Council (EAC) to the Solano County Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program.
