Foster Care

About Foster Care

Mecosta-Osceola ISD assists our local districts and child welfare agencies with the school selection and services for children and youth in foster care.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH HAVE THE RIGHT TO:

• School stability through the Fostering Connections Act and new protections that are a part of Title 1a in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

• An education plan that includes transportation to maintain school of origin, arranged by the child welfare agency

• Expedited enrollment if a change in school is required

• Categorical eligibility for federal school nutrition programs and Title 1a services

More Information

Visit the Department of Education for more information regarding the Foster Care program.