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SUMMARY:WPN Webinar: Understanding FAFSA Simplification for Youth Experiencing Foster Care (State\, Federal and Tribal)
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \nBig changes are coming this fall for 2024-25 financial aid applications! In this session\, we will discuss the FAFSA Simplification Act\, best practices in implementing changes\, and how to communicate changes to partners\, students\, and their families. We will also share free resources to support you as you help students take their next steps \nPresenter: Christina Winstead (She/Her)\, Associate Director\, College Access Initiatives\, WSAC \n[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4rnCTl48SmOWXb5RCoNHpA” type=”big”] Register Today[/button] \n 
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-understanding-fafsa-simplification-form-for-foster-care-state-federal-and-tribal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231010T100000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Financial Aid 101- for Staff
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide a general overview of aid available\, changes for the upcoming year\, how financial aid offices build budgets\, and how aid is awarded. Good refresher for beginners. \nPresented by College Success Foundation \n[button link=”https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/d75ae098-41c8-45ec-a97a-94521a482b7c@4c3d249e-8851-4e66-92de-6e7e266aae97″ newwindow=”yes”] Register[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/webinar-financial-aid-101/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230925T100000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Getting Ready for the Better FAFSA
DESCRIPTION:Presented by NCAN \nRegister
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/webinar-getting-ready-for-the-better-fafsa/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
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SUMMARY:WPN Webinar: Using Real-Time Data to House QTBIPOC Youth and Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:Young people of color and young people who identify as LGBTQ+ are disproportionately served by systems. In this webinar\, we will look at using data to end disproportionality and the importance of breaking down barriers between systems to achieve quality data and equitably end homelessness. \nPresenter:\nLeeze Castro (he/they) – Data & Evaluation Fellow (A Way Home Washington)\nLeeze Castro (he/they)\, 23\, is passionate about ending youth homelessness\, focusing on the unique challenges faced by BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ individuals. Leeze brings over 5 years of experience from systems-level change work as a young person with lived experience. Having started with the King County YAB (Youth Action Board) while it was facilitated by the Northwest Network\, the Mockingbird Society\, and eventually itself\, Leeze now sits on the KCRHA’s (King County Regional Homelessness Authority) Continuum of Care Board. After double-majoring in mathematics and sociology\, Leeze now joins those two passions as the Data and Evaluations Fellow for A Way Home Washington\, a non-profit focused on ending youth and young adult homelessness throughout Washington State. There\, Leeze makes use of data-driven strategies to tackle the organization’s mission\, and to take an immediate and direct approach in addressing the ultimate goal of bringing an end to systemic inequity. \n[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h9eeFu35StG5wnhhbzBCUw”] Register Today [/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-using-real-time-data-to-house-qtbipoc-youth-and-young-adults/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230912T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230912T130000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: ARP-HCY Info Session with ED- SchoolHouse Connection
DESCRIPTION:In the wake of the pandemic\, a nationwide housing shortage\, persistent chronic absence\, and alarming child and youth mental health crises\, students and schools face unprecedented challenges – including increasing homelessness. \nAmerican Rescue Plan — Homeless Children and Youth\, or ARP-HCY funds\, are one-time funds that can help meet these challenges. ARP-HCY funds are designated to support the identification\, enrollment\, and school participation of children and youth experiencing homelessness\, including through wrap-around services. These funds must be obligated by September 30\, 2024 and spent by January 31\, 2025. \nSchoolHouse Connection is hosting this ARP-HCY Info Session featuring presenters from the U.S. Department of Education to provide strategies for meeting urgent needs\, including allowable and strategic uses of funds\, and examples and tools from state and local educational agencies. We encourage participation from school leaders\, homeless liaisons\, state education agency staff\, and community partners\nFeatured Presenter: Adam Schott\, Acting Assistant Secretary\, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education\, U.S. Department of Education.\nRegister
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/webinar-arp-hcy-info-session-with-ed-schoolhouse-connection/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230817T233000
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SUMMARY:College Access Professionals 2024-25 FAFSA® Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Webinar for college access professionals will provide a tour of new features and discussion on important updates for 2024–25 FAFSA form! \nThe webinar exclusively for college access professionals will share a tour of new features and discuss important updates to the FAFSA experience. The demonstration will include a look at the new roles page\, inviting contributors\, new question order\, student demographic questions\, the parent wizard\, and other exciting features. Attendees will also view how to provide consent to retrieve and disclose Federal Tax Information (FTI). \nThere will be an opportunity to ask questions. \n[button link=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/college-access-professionals-2024-25-fafsa-demonstration-tickets-669564835447?aff=oddtdtcreator” newwindow=”yes”] Register Now[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/college-access-professionals-2024-25-fafsa-demonstration/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230712T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230712T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Targeted Education Case Management for Students in Foster Care: Models and Impact
DESCRIPTION:The American Bar Association’s Legal Center for Foster Care and Education and the Youth Law Center invite you to attend a webinar “Targeted Education Case Management for Students in Foster Care: Models and Impact”. The webinar will highlight two exemplary practice models that provide targeted education case management for students in foster care. Treehouse provides academic and other essential support for more than 6\,000 youth in foster care across Washington State each year. The National Center for Youth Law’s Compassionate Education System initiatives work in partnership with a deeply invested team of state and local partners\, students\, and parents to create a future in which the vast majority of system-involved youth graduate high school with the widest array of possibilities for their future. Both organizations will provide an overview of their programs\, examples of impact\, and strategies to better support the educational needs of students in foster care. \n[button link=”https://americanbar.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HI6H_WLiS_Cv5f5c9ZVYkg#/registration” color=”teal”] REGISTER[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/webinar-targeted-education-case-management-for-students-in-foster-care-models-and-impact/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230622T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230622T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230612T222443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T222443Z
UID:10000161-1687442400-1687447800@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:WSAC Webinar: All About the WAFSA
DESCRIPTION:[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Kavx6RIISnqWVITYKYcjwA” newwindow=”yes”] Register[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wsac-webinar-all-about-the-wafsa/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230622T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230612T222344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T222344Z
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SUMMARY:WSAC Webinar: Washington College Grant - Connect (WCG-C)
DESCRIPTION:[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_waLCqPSTRpeZpM1-QboyBw” newwindow=”yes”] Register[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wsac-webinar-washington-college-grant-connect-wcg-c/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230620T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230620T153000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230612T222231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T222231Z
UID:10000159-1687269600-1687275000@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:WSAC Webinar: State Workstudy Updates and Portal Walkthrough
DESCRIPTION:[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4zrQ-cQsS76HpUf-6W1ApA” newwindow=”yes”] Register[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wsac-webinar-state-workstudy-updates-and-portal-walkthrough/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230620T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230612T222117Z
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UID:10000158-1687258800-1687264200@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:WSAC Webinar: Passport to College
DESCRIPTION:[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zHPh267sT7C2y2QM6pG2OA” newwindow=”yes”] Register[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wsac-webinar-passport-to-college/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230607T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
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SUMMARY:WPN Webinar: 2023 Legislative Update: Removing Obstacles for the Passport Population
DESCRIPTION:Join members of the Passport Leadership Team Advising Structure Workgroup to learn about and discuss policy successes from the 2023 legislative session. We will also debrief the PLT engagement in advocacy this year and ask for input on how to move these conversations forward. \n[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_91AK3cWTQWGk_wxAid9eCQ#/registration”] Register[/button] \nPresenters: \nJuliet Schindler is the Executive Director of Public Affairs and Strategic Partnerships with College Success Foundation. Juliet develops and implements CSF’s state and federal government relations work and advocacy outreach\, and works closely with legislators\, agency and budget staff on CSF’s state funding and policy agenda. She also oversees CSF’s work on the Passport to Careers program\, including as staff to the PLT Advising Structure Workgroup. \n  \n  \n  \nEmily Stochel is the Program Manager of Government Relations & Advocacy with College Success Foundation. Emily works with community partners\, legislators\, and other stakeholders to support policies and legislative advocacy work that aligns with CSF’s mission and values. Emily has special expertise in advocacy relating to those experiencing foster care and homelessness\, as she has been working and volunteering in the child welfare field for over ten years in different capacities\, and has experienced foster care and homelessness first-hand. \n  \n  \n  \nCurtis Anderson first entered state care at the age of seven before being returned to his family at eight. Curtis was homeless on and off prior to this. Curtis would later permanently re-enter the child welfare system at the age of 13. Thanks to the support of Passport to Careers at SCC\, Curtis was able to continue pursuing higher education and obtained a bachelor’s from Eastern Washington University. Curtis is now pursuing a Master of Social Work degree which he will complete in June. Curtis has focused on education as a form of self-empowerment for both him and the students he now works with as a Graduate Assistant at Eastern Washington University. Curtis takes a macro-focused approach in an attempt to improve the systems and policies that affect those who are homeless and in foster care.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-2023-legislative-update-removing-obstacles-for-the-passport-population/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230523T110000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Equitable Strategies for Mental Health Support
DESCRIPTION:Mental health is an area of increasing concern for students that we serve\, so to strategically address student needs\, we must examine how we define equity and implement strategies that center the most marginalized populations. This session will allow participants to reflect on their understanding of equity; share and debrief challenges related to student mental health that they have experienced\, and learn equitable strategies related to life skills\, social connectedness\, help-seeking\, and beyond. \nPanelists: \n\nErlinda Delacruz: Senior JED Campus Advisor\, The Jed Foundation\nEmilia George: JED Campus Advisor\, The Jed Foundation
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/webinar-equitable-strategies-for-mental-health-support/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T162229Z
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SUMMARY:Depression and Anxiety: Webinar: Mental Health Tools for Providers Working with College-aged Youth
DESCRIPTION:How can you help someone with low mood and distress?  We dedicate this hour workshop to taking a deeper look at depression and suicide\, including what depression is and how it is linked to suicide\, how to recognize signs and symptoms of depression\, the myths and stigma\, and gauging risk of suicide in clients. The second half of the workshop is dedicated to how to provide support for these clients\, including a few experiential exercises to use with clients with depression\, and the creation of a safety plan that can be used with a client at risk for suicide.  \nPresented by Mental Health Technology Transfer Center Network
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/depression-and-anxiety-webinar-mental-health-tools-for-providers-working-with-college-aged-youth/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230511T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230504T162100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230504T162100Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: New Federal FAFSA Guidance for Homeless Youth
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Education recently released new guidance on financial aid (FAFSA) determinations for unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied youth who are self-supporting and at risk of homelessness. In this webinar\, presenters from the U.S. Department of Education will present an overview of the new guidance and respond to questions. Participants also will hear from a financial aid administrator who will share strategies for implementing the law and guidance. SchoolHouse Connection will share resources and tools for educators and providers. \nPresenters:\n1. (Moderator) Jillian Sitjar\, Director of Higher Education Partnerships\, SchoolHouse Connection\n2. Dr. Kerri Moseley-Hobbs\, Policy Specialist\, Federal Student Aid\, U.S. Department of Education\n3. Aaron C. Washington\, Management and Program Analyst\, Office of Postsecondary Education\, U.S. Department of Education\n4. Tori Nucco – Deputy Director of Financial Aid\, West Chester University\, Pennsylvania
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/new-federal-fafsa-guidance-for-homeless-youth/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230427T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Webinar from the National Research Collaborative for Foster Alumni and Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Many colleges and universities are creating campus-based programs to support students with a background in foster care. When considering the histories of trauma experienced by these young people\, meeting mental health needs is an important part of a portfolio of services. ASuPIRE is a strengths-based\, trauma-informed counseling program that was designed to respond to the unique needs of college students who aged-out and/or experienced foster care at any point across their development. \nThe presenters will be Dr. Cynthia Lietz dean of the Watts College of Public Service and Community Solutions and President’s Professor in the School of Social Work at Arizona State University\, and Justine Cheung\, MSW\, the director for Bridging Success\, Arizona State University’s campus-based support program for students who have experienced foster care. \n[button link=”https://wsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtcOCvpz4jEtera0WzTYHy7Y045rsbqjyI” newwindow=”yes”] Register [/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/upcoming-webinar-from-the-national-research-collaborative-for-foster-alumni-and-higher-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230405T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230222T005519Z
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SUMMARY:WPN Webinar: College Completion Coaching – Promising Practices
DESCRIPTION:College Success Foundation (CSF) College Services provides one-on-one and small-group coaching to  2-  and  4-year college students throughout Washington  State. CSF coaches are training on the Fostering Success Coaching Model developed within the Seita Scholars Program\, a campus support program for students from foster care at Western Michigan University. The coaching approach was informed by research conducted by Casey Family Programs that identified what supports students from foster care need to persist in college. In 2022\, Research Triangle Institute (RTI) completed a 3-year study that tested the efficacy of this model. During this session\, we will share highlights from the RTI Promising Practices study\, and provide opportunities to provide feedback on the report. \n[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VHUvKENfQNqnx1GVz43u5w” type=”big” newwindow=”yes”] Register Here[/button] \nPresenters: Danette Knudson\, Robbie Lang\, Dr. Natassia Rodriguez Ott. \nDanette Knudson leads program strategy for College Success Foundation’s (CSF) support services delivered from middle school through college completion.  She led the re-design of CSF’s college services model which now serves nearly 4\,000 students.  Danette is committed to collaborating with partners\, staff\, and students to promote the delivery of relevant\, high-impact programs.  Danette received her Bachelor of Arts and Master in Business in Administration from University of Washington\, Seattle. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRobbie Lang currently serves as Director of College Services at College Success Foundation.  In this role\, he oversees program design and improvement efforts aimed at supporting college achievement for more than 4\,000 students.  Robbie has a passion for working directly with students\, so in addition to program management\, he also provides coaching support to students.  Robbie understands that each student is unique and motivated differently.  He enjoys helping students overcome personal obstacles to degree completion.  Robbie has a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism and Communication from Whitworth University and a Master’s in Education in Student Development Administration from Seattle University. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nDr. Natassia Rodriguez Ott  At RTI International\, Dr. Natassia Rodriguez Ott conducts research and evaluation on student-centered education and workforce programs. She utilizes participatory data collection and analysis processes to elevate stakeholder voices\, develop culturally responsive approaches and materials\, and center the needs of historically underserved populations. Dr. Rodriguez Ott specializes in mixed methods research on education and career pathways among high school\, postsecondary\, and adult learners.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-college-completion-coaching-promising-practices/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230322T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230210T212201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230210T212201Z
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SUMMARY:OSPI-WSAC Webinar: Supporting Student Access to Career Preparation and Apprenticeships
DESCRIPTION:Join OSPI-WSAC staff and our knowledgeable presenters from the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries\, Clover Park Technical College\, and the Washington State Achievement Council on March 22\, 9–10:30 AM.  Learn about pathways to access apprenticeship program opportunities in Washington\, how students interested in apprenticeships can be supported in their path\, how CTCs are playing a role in apprenticeship access\, and bust some common myths about apprenticeships along the way. WSAC will also be sharing information about financial resources available to students who are interested in pursuing apprenticeships.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/ospi-wsac-webinar-supporting-student-access-to-career-preparation-and-apprenticeships/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230315T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230215T165239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T165239Z
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SUMMARY:Foster Care Education Training for All District Staff
DESCRIPTION:Join the OSPI team for a March training.  Attendees will learn the basics of foster care education\, while diving into some current issues school staff are facing.  This training is geared towards any member of a school district.  \n[button link=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMkfuCqrT4tGtDN7QigwsjsJ6sLUWVutZAX”] Register Here[/button]
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/foster-care-education-training-for-all-district-staff/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230302T212549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T212549Z
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SUMMARY:Data to Action: How to Use New Searchable Data Profiles to Improve Practice and Policy for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will demonstrate how data these profiles can be used to: \n\nEducate community members\, educators\, and policymakers about the prevalence and the impact of child and youth homelessness\, from early childhood through postsecondary education\nExplore whether local school districts may be under-identifying children and youth experiencing homelessness\nUnderstand patterns of federal funding and its impact on identification
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/data-to-action-how-to-use-new-searchable-data-profiles-to-improve-practice-and-policy-for-children-and-youth-experiencing-homelessness/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20230210T212402Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Institute Webinar on 2022 ETV Report
DESCRIPTION:Hear about Urban Institute’s latest research on the Chafee Education and Training Vouchers Program on Tuesday\, March 7\, 2-3:30 pm EST.  Devlin Hanson\, Michael Pergamit\, and Laura Packard Tucker will share the findings of their report\, “Do Education and Training Vouchers Make a Difference for Young Adults in Foster Care? A Study of Ten States” (October 3\, 2022). You can find the full report here. \nFor this session\, the Transition Aged Youth Coalition will be joined by members of the Fostering Academic Achievement Nationwide (FAAN) Network. The TAY Coalition is a group of advocates who focus on issues related to improving services and outcomes for transition-aged youth in and leaving foster care through policy advocacy. The FAAN Network is made up of leaders in 18 states of statewide foster care and higher education organizations that share learning and best practices in policy and programming across the field.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/urban-institute-webinar-on-2022-etv-report/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230209T235959
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20221129T191323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T191323Z
UID:10000135-1675900800-1675987199@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Region 6 Training: Post-secondary resources for students in foster care and unaccompanied homeless youth
DESCRIPTION:Join the Washington Passport Network for an online training on post-secondary education pathway and resources for students in foster care and young people experiencing homelessness without a parent or guardian. This training is designed for providers in Region 6 (Grays Harbor\, Thurston\, Lewis\, Cowlitz\, Skamania\, Clark) including DCYF caseworkers\, OSPI foster care and McKinney-Vento liaisons\, high school career and guidance counselors\, and community-based partners. \nThe training will highlight:\n– College scholarship and apprenticeship options\, including the Passport to Careers program\n– Education and Training Voucher (ETV) program\n– Introduction to the Washington Passport Network – a network for the providers who work with youth in foster care or youth experiencing homelessness. Representatives from local community colleges\, apprenticeship programs\, and universities that support Passport to Careers students will be online to introduce themselves.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/training-post-secondary-resources-for-students-in-foster-care-and-unaccompanied-homeless-youth-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230201T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230201T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20221129T191851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T191851Z
UID:10000136-1675256400-1675261800@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Training: Post-secondary resources for students in foster care and unaccompanied homeless youth
DESCRIPTION:Join the Washington Passport Network for an online training on post-secondary education pathway and resources for students in foster care and young people experiencing homelessness without a parent or guardian. \nThis training is designed for providers in Region 1 (Spokane\, Lincoln\, Douglas\, Grant\, Adams\, Whitman) including DCYF caseworkers\, OSPI foster care and McKinney-Vento liaisons\, high school career and guidance counselors\, and community-based partners. \nThe training will highlight:\n– College scholarship and apprenticeship options\, including the Passport to Careers program\n– Education and Training Voucher (ETV) program\n– Introduction to the Washington Passport Network – a network for the providers who work with youth in foster care or youth experiencing homelessness. Representatives from local community colleges\, apprenticeship programs\, and universities that support Passport to Careers students will be online to introduce themselves.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/region-1-training-post-secondary-resources-for-students-in-foster-care-and-unaccompanied-homeless-youth/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230123T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20221123T194642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T194642Z
UID:10000133-1674478800-1674484200@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Region 2 (South Central) Training- Post-secondary resources for students in foster care and unaccompanied homeless youth
DESCRIPTION:Join the Washington Passport Network for an online training on post-secondary education pathway and resources for students in foster care and young people experiencing homelessness without a parent or guardian. \nThis training is designed for providers in Region 2 (Kittitas\, Grant\, Yakima\, Benton\, Franklin\, and Walla Walla County) including DCYF caseworkers\, OSPI foster care and McKinney-Vento liaisons\, high school career and guidance counselors\, and community-based partners. \n  \n  \nThe training will highlight:\n– College scholarship and apprenticeship options\, including the Passport to Careers program\n– Education and Training Voucher (ETV) program\n– Introduction to the Washington Passport Network – a network for the providers who work with youth in foster care or youth experiencing homelessness. Representatives from local community colleges\, apprenticeship programs\, and universities that support Passport to Careers students will be online to introduce themselves.
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/region-2-south-central-training-post-secondary-resources-for-students-in-foster-care-and-unaccompanied-homeless-youth/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional Passport Group,webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20221205T165848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T165848Z
UID:10000137-1674046800-1674050400@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:WPN Webinar January: Bringing Voices of Experience to the Table Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bringing Voices of Experience to the Table Part 2: People Who Have Experienced Foster Care. Hear from representatives fromHear from representatives from The Mockingbird Society\, Passion to Action (DCYF’s Youth Advisory Board)\, and Treehouse’s Collaborative Learning Lab (CoLLab) as they share information about what these groups are currently discussing and how you can support them. \nPresented by:\n– Caitlin Wallin\, Mockingbird Society Advocate\n– Esther Taylor\, Passion to Action (P2A) Member\n– Summer Rose Calsadillas\, Treehouse’s Collaborative Learning Lab Participant
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-january-bringing-voices-of-experience-to-the-table-part-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20221216T170109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T170109Z
UID:10000138-1673006400-1673010000@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy 101 Training for WPN Members: Bringing Your Voice and Expertise to Olympia
DESCRIPTION:YOU understand the reality of young people who have experienced homelessness and/or foster care and legislators want to hear from you! \nThe legislative session starts on January 9\, and we would love to include your voices in our advocacy efforts! Whether you are new to the legislative process or not\, please consider joining us on Friday\, January 6 at noon for a webinar to learn about tangible ways you can get involved including but not limited to: \n\nMeeting with us and sharing messages you’d like us to relay to legislators\nProviding us with quotes\nJoining us in meetings with legislators (typically virtual)\nWeighing in on bills (takes 1-2 minutes online!)\nProviding spoken testimony virtually or in Olympia\nProviding written testimony\nSending emails to legislators\nOpting into the advocacy email list to receive emails about upcoming advocacy-related opportunities
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/advocacy-101-training-for-wpn-members-bringing-your-voice-and-expertise-to-olympia/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20221118T232211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221118T232211Z
UID:10000132-1670418000-1670421600@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:WPN Webinar December: Bringing Voices of Experience to the Table Part 1
DESCRIPTION:In Washington state\, we have coalitions dedicated to youth and young adults with lived homelessness experience that advise different agencies regarding processes\, projects\, and policies. These groups tend to be a special space for lived experts\, as they can build community with others that have experienced similar circumstances. This webinar will feature a representative from two groups: The Mockingbird Society and the Office of Homeless Youth’s Youth Advisory Board (Y4Y). Come join us for this webinar to learn about some of the topics of conversation these groups have been focused on as well as how you can support them.\nRegister for the webinar here
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-december-bringing-voices-of-experience-to-the-table-part-1/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221019T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20220826T000733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T000733Z
UID:10000106-1666184400-1666188000@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Networking Session: Working together to facilitate a warm hand-off
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to offer a a cross system networking opportunity for professionals that work with Passport to Careers eligible students (students in foster care or experiencing unaccompanied homelessness). This will be a casual\, facilitated meeting with some guided questions to encourage conversations and connections. \nIf you are in any of the roles below\, this webinar would be a great fit for you! \n\nK-12 Professional (e.g. Counselor\, Foster Care Liaison\, McKinney-Vento Liaison\, etc.)\nCommunity-Based Organization Staff\nCollege Partner (e.g. Passport Designated Support Staff\, Financial Aid Administrator)\nChild Attorney\nIndependent Living Services or SETuP Provider\nParent (bio\, foster\, or adoptive)\nA person who has experienced foster care or homelessness\nSocial Worker\nWIOA Youth Service Provider\nShelter Staff\nOther professionals that serves students in foster care or experiencing homelessness\n\nRegister for this webinar now!
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/6636041/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220921T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20220825T234618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T234618Z
UID:10000105-1663765200-1663768800@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:WPN Webinar - Project Education Impact Workgroup: An approach to state level systems change for students in foster care and/or experiencing homelessness
DESCRIPTION:This session will cover an overview of Project Education Impact (PEI) and its focus on strengthening the systems that serve students in foster care and/or experiencing homelessness.  Attendees will gain an understanding of PEI’s vision\, structure\, and state level role. We will also spend time sharing about the work of PEI’s Post Secondary Sub Group and their recent efforts to elevate the voices of students and student support professionals to influence\, inform\, and create legislative priorities and drive systems change.  \nPresented by Fred Kingston\, Director of Systems Change and Youth Engagement with Treehouse and Samie Iverson\, Senior Manager\, Education Strategy with Building Changes. \nRegister for this webinar now!
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/wpn-webinar-project-education-impact-workgroup-an-approach-to-state-level-systems-change-for-students-in-foster-care-and-or-experiencing-homelessness/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220630T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220630T140000
DTSTAMP:20260422T043146
CREATED:20220623T045325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220623T045325Z
UID:10000104-1656594000-1656597600@www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org
SUMMARY:Meet & Greet with DCYF Adolescent Program Staff
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a friendly meet and greet with the Department of Children\, Youth\, and Families (DCYF) Adolescent Programs (AP) team to learn about the points of contacts on their team\, and how to best coordinate with them to meet the needs of adolescents in care\, especially as they enter adulthood and age out of care. During this meeting\, the AP Interim Director\, Taku Mineshita\, will provide a brief overview of the AP unit\, and then we will spend most of our time networking in small groups with other AP staff. \nRegister for this webinar now!
URL:https://www.washingtonpassportnetwork.org/event/meet-greet-with-dcyf-adolescent-program-staff/
CATEGORIES:webinar
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