School stability plays a critical role in educational success for students in foster care. This training provides an overview of school stability requirements under state and federal law, including School of Origin, enrollment notifications, Best Interest Determinations (BIDs) and transportation considerations. Participants will explore the collaborative decision-making process and best practices that support educational continuity and student success.

Learning Objectives: 

• Understand school stability requirements under state and federal law, including School of Origin provisions.
• Identify factors considered during the Best Interest Determination (BID) process.
• Recognize the roles and responsibilities of educational and child welfare partners.
• Describe enrollment notification procedures, transportation considerations and EPS responsibilities that support school stability.