What happens when you put former foster youth in a room full of foster care professionals? Education…but the “teacher” may surprise you. On Nov. 17, 2014, the Child Welfare League of America hosted “Financial Challenges Facing Youth in Transition,” a panel discussion about how to create policies and practices to help foster youth with money […]
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Challenges and Solutions from the 2013 National Convening
On October 22, 2013, an extraordinary group of invited individuals representing child welfare, higher education, and state, local and national organizations gathered in Los Angeles to collectively address the unique educational challenges of foster youth in postsecondary programs.
Meet Our 2014 Aim Higher Fellows!
AIM HIGHER uses video and social media to engage foster parents, social workers, mentors and employers in FC2S’ national movement to link education and training to employment and successful adulthood.
Congratulations Graduates!!!
Today, we celebrate some of our 2013-14 graduates.
Miguel O. was honored for his expressive writing
AIM HIGHER – Miguel is a high school senior from Brooklyn, NY and grand prize award winner of the 16th annual Awards for Youth in Foster Care. Over 50 NYC foster youth submitted entries to this contest honoring excellence in creative writing.
Fanta K., boldly facing a new future
AIM HIGHER – When Fanta arrived in the U.S. from Sierra Leone, the Maryland winters shocked her. “I came in June, but then around October the weather started changing. It was too cold! I didn’t think I would be here for that long,” she says.
Tyler B. is achieving his goals
AIM HIGHER – Twenty-nine year old Tyler just received his associate degree – with honors – in Behavioral Science from Northeast Community College in Nebraska, and will now pursue his bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from Wayne State University. He, and all those who care about him, are rightfully proud.
Gary L. will treat children and make them laugh
AIM HIGHER – Gary is currently studying a combination of Psychology, Natural Sciences, and Nursing at the University of Alaska-Anchorage. He will graduate with his BA in 2017. He dreams of becoming a nurse practitioner for Children’s Services, and perhaps sharing his expertise as an instructor at the University of Alaska.
Patricia M. wants to inspire little children
AIM HIGHER – Patricia wants to be the kind of Kindergarten teacher who inspires her students. Her dream job is to teach at Oakwood Elementary School in Plymouth, MN, where she attended classes until fourth grade.
Edward C., step one accomplished!
AIM HIGHER – Edward dreams of working for a large corporation. As a Texas A&M University student, he was just accepted into their selective Industrial Engineering program. Congratulations to him!
