Kinship Care Supports the Academic Performance of Children Kinship Care Supports the Academic Performance of Children Steven Jessen-Howard / Wednesday, September 27, 2023 0 0 ChildTrends brief summarizing the main findings of a study based in North Carolina that reinforced that kinship care settings support the academic well-being of children who do not live with at least one birth or adoptive parent. Read more
The Role of Kin Caregivers in Education The Role of Kin Caregivers in Education Emily Peeler / Friday, October 6, 2023 0 1 This resource discusses the role of kin caregivers in education including if the child is in child welfare custody or not in custody., Read more
Getting the Child You Love the Educational Support They Need Getting the Child You Love the Educational Support They Need Steven Jessen-Howard / Thursday, August 24, 2023 0 0 Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network 2-pager offering tips for kinship caregivers to support the educational needs of children in their care. Read more
School Breakfast and Lunch Programs for Grandfamilies and Kinship Families School Breakfast and Lunch Programs for Grandfamilies and Kinship Families Steven Jessen-Howard / Thursday, August 24, 2023 0 0 Resource from the Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network and Food Research & Action Center explaining school meal programs and how kinship caregivers can access them to support children in their care. Read more
Supporting Educational Access for Kinship/Grandfamilies Supporting Educational Access for Kinship/Grandfamilies Steven Jessen-Howard / Thursday, August 24, 2023 0 0 Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network 2-pager sharing information to help direct-service professionals assist caregivers in ensuring the children they raise have the educational experiences needed to thrive. Read more