Events

Spaulding Adoption Training: Making the Commitment to Adoption (4 sessions)

Forming a family through adoption is different than forming one biologically or being a foster family. While adoption brings great joy and happiness to families, children who have experienced the trauma of abuse, neglect, and/or the loss of their family of origin may also bring unique challenges to the parenting experience. This training is designed […]

29 Apr

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Virtual

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Big Behaviors: Making Sense of Lying, Stealing & Meltdowns (2 sessions)

Youth who have experienced trauma often have behaviors that can be frustrating and challenging to manage. In general, traditional parenting techniques are not effective, leaving caregivers baffled and overwhelmed. This training will address three behaviors which seem to confound parents the most: lying, stealing and meltdowns. Learn how trauma impacts the youth’s brain, reasons behind […]

30 Apr

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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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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Give STL Day

Give STL Day is a 24-hour online annual giving event benefitting St. Louis and Illinois communities. Give STL Day is powered by the St. Louis Community Foundation and connects donors and dollars to nonprofits and their funding needs. The Coalition is proud to participate!

07 May

All Day

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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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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

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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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