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February 2026

Separation, Loss & Grief

This training will help you understand the impact of separation and ambiguous loss; the different ways children grieve; lifelong grieving; and the importance of providing opportunities for grieving. You will have a greater understanding of loss and fractured attachments with birth family members and previous placements; recognize the importance of establishing and maintaining essential relationships […]
19 Feb
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Virtual
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New! Youth Suicide Prevention with Compass Health

Join Compass Health Education and Outreach Specialists in Youth Suicide Prevention for this training featuring two suicide awareness and prevention programs: Missouri Ask. Listen. Refer Missouri is ranked 15th in the country for suicide deaths. This program is designed to reach Missouri residents interested in suicide prevention within their communities. After attending, you will know […]
21 Feb
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Virtual
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New! Parent & Child Training: It’s Real: Conversations with Your Child About Mental Health, featuring Compass Health

Join us for a unique training for parents and youth in middle and high school for a conversation about mental health.  It’s Real is a program facilitated by mental health education specialists from Compass Health.  It’s Real is designed to provide mental health education to teenagers aged 11 and up. In this program, attendees will […]
28 Feb
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Virtual
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March 2026

Ask the Advocate: Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)

This session will explain how a student’s learning environment may change throughout the special education process. It will also discuss when it may be appropriate to explore educational options outside of the traditional public-school setting and what those options may include. This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted […]
06 Mar
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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April 2026

Ask the Advocate: Request for Evaluation and Timelines

This session will provide an overview of special education, including how students qualify for services, how to request an evaluation, and what steps follow the request. It will also explain evaluation timelines and the purpose of an eligibility meeting. This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted by foster […]
03 Apr
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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May 2026

Ask the Advocate: Best Interest Determination (BID) Training with Child Welfare Professionals

This session will focus on the Best Interest Determination (BID) process, including what it is, when it is required, and how it supports students. Participants will learn who to contact for scheduling and what documentation is needed. This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted by foster care. We’ll […]
01 May
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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August 2026

Ask the Advocate: School Interventions

This session will explore interventions that can be implemented before a student receives a formal education plan. Participants will learn about all three tiers of interventions and why early intervention information is critical to student success. This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted by foster care. We’ll discuss […]
07 Aug
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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September 2026

Ask the Advocate: Credit Recovery and Alternative Education

This session will cover how students can access credit recovery programs within their school district and explore virtual, self-paced learning options. It will also review alternatives such as the HiSET, GED, and specialized high schools for students impacted by substance abuse. This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted […]
11 Sep
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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November 2026

Ask the Advocate: Educational Resources and Enrichment Options

This session will highlight online learning resources and experiential enrichment opportunities available during the school year and academic breaks. The discussion will also address strategies to prevent learning loss and regression. This is your opportunity to have questions answered about educational support for students impacted by foster care. We’ll discuss how to meet the ever-changing […]
06 Nov
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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