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Georgia Education Laws & Entitlements for Youth in Foster Care
Recorded Webinar
Description:
This training provides an overview of the legal and educational entitlements of youth in foster care, with a focus on how federal and Georgia laws support school stability, access, and fair treatment. Participants gain a broad understanding of key protections related to enrollment, records transfer, school discipline, and special education, and how these laws uniquely impact children in care. The session introduces the role of the Educational Programming, Assessment, and Consultation (EPAC) Unit within DFCS, highlighting how EPAC partners with schools and child welfare teams to support educational continuity, address barriers, and advocate for positive outcomes for students in foster care.
Duration: 1 hour
Intended Audience: Counseling Staff, Social Workers
DOE Office: Whole Child Supports
Topics: Mental Health, Special Student Services, Wellbeing, Whole Child Supports
Event Type: Recorded Webinar
Primary Contact: Lindsey Oliver - lindsey.oliver@doe.k12.ga.us
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Webinar URL: https://url.gadoe.org/22nv
Date Recorded: Apr 16, 2026