Resource Center
Resources for Caregivers, Youth and Educators
To support the academic and life success of youth in foster care, Treehouse has compiled a listing of information and resources for youth in foster care and the caregivers and educators who support them. For other resource needs, contact Treehouse’s Resource Navigator at [email protected] or call 206.267.5140.
Pre-K - High School Academic Resources
Quick Resources
Foster Care Centers of Excellence
Source: Alliance CaRES
Foster Care Centers of Excellence are medical centers in Seattle, Tacoma and Spokane that offer trauma-informed, comprehensive medical care for youth involved with the child welfare system.
Independent Living Programs
Source: Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF)
Description of independent living programs in Washington state with a link to regional providers.
Office of the Education Ombuds
Source: Office of the Education Ombuds
Services to ensure every student can participate in public education in Washington state.
Education Requirements for Youth in Foster Care
Source: Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
Information regarding laws, procedures, and school resources specific to students experiencing foster care.
Special Education and 504 Accommodation Plans FAQ
Source: Treehouse
Answers to common questions about the rights of students with disabilities.
theWashBoard.org Scholarship Match
Source: Washington Scholarship Coalition
Tool that connects Washington State students with scholarship providers.
Education Resource Wednesdays
Dive into education topics with local experts as they provide tools, resources and support to help foster parents and kinship caregivers guide their youth to academic success.
Education Resource Wednesdays is a group that meets on the third Wednesday of every other month from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. These live webinars take place over Zoom and will be recorded for future viewing from our website. UW Alliance CaRES provides training credit to attendees and registration for each session can be found in their course catalog under the title, Education Resource Wednesday. Courses | UW School of Social Work Professional Education
For questions, contact Kati Brown at [email protected].
In partnership with Treehouse, the Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF), the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) and UW Alliance CaRES, these sessions will provide you with the opportunity to learn directly from educational experts and connect with foster parents and kinship caregivers by sharing your experiences.
Past Recordings & Upcoming Meetings
September 23, 2022: How to Advocate for and Monitor Academic Progress (view recording)
November 16, 2022: Supporting the Academic Success of Your Student (view recording)
January 18, 2023: Addressing Challenging Student Behavior (view recording)
March 15, 2023: Post-Secondary Resources for Education & Career Planning (view recording)
May 17, 2023: Understanding, Accessing and Supporting Special Education Services (view recording)
September 20, 2023: Education Resources and Programs for Student Success (recording unavailable due to technology issues)
January 17, 2024: Equitable Access to Education for LGBTQIA2S+ Students
March 20, 2024: Equitable Access to Education for Black, Indigenous and Students of Color
May 15, 2024: Supporting Behavioral Challenges at School
Other Resources
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Pre-K – High School Academic Resources
Family Supports
Employment & College Resources
For other resource needs, contact Treehouse’s Resource Navigator at [email protected] or call 206.267.5140.