Fostering Success in Education: National Factsheet on the Educational Outcomes of Children in Foster Care

National Working Group on Foster Care and Education

This report from the National Working Group on Foster Care and Education provides statistical and demographic data on the education of children in foster care in the United States. The report provides general national foster care data and highlights promising programs in the U.S. that provide early interventions to promote positive educational outcomes for children in foster care, ensure more school stability for children in foster care, promote regular school attendance, support children to prevent serious behavioral problems in school, support graduation and transitions to college, and more.

Research Highlights on Education and Foster Care

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