Dr. Deneen Guss, County Superintendent of Schools
Foster Youth Services
Mission
Foster Youth Services Coordinating Program (FYS) is a program offered by Monterey County Office of Education designed to serve the unique needs of children and youth placed in foster care. National and statewide research shows that a high percentage of children who are removed from their homes and placed in the foster care system experience both short and long term challenges in school. Traumatic histories of abuse and neglect compounded by frequent changes in foster care placements contribute to issues in the classroom and/or reduced academic achievement. The FYSCP offers support to student in Foster Care and school districts, and to agencies and community based organizations who work with students in Foster Care. Our primary mission is to ensure foster students achieve academic growth and success both in the short term and in the long term.
Foster Youth Services Coordination Program
The Foster Student is supported by:
- Individual Case Management Services
- District LCAP Support Services
- Coordination of Specialized Services
- Data & Program Support
- Administrative, Legislative/Policy, Interagency Collaboration
- Higher Education Services
Eligibility and Referral
All children and youth living in licensed foster care in Monterey County between the ages of 4-21 are eligible for services. Referrals can be made by social workers, probation officers, foster parents, group home providers, and school personnel. Contact FYS at 831-784-4227.