Workshops
High Schoolers, college students, Caregivers, caseworkers, educators at the high school and college level
Get in touch to schedule remote webinars or in-person sessions. Below are some examples of our presentations, but we’d happily tailor our content to meet your needs.
Caregivers, educators, and caseworkers
The Effects of Trauma on Educational Attainment
Learn how traumatic experiences effect students school performance as well as the principles of trauma informed care. Discover the practices we can put in place as individuals, families, and institutions that help young people overcome their difficult backgrounds and succeed in secondary and post-secondary pursuits.
Students who have experienced Foster Care
Life Hacks for College Success
Students at any level can benefit from our tips and tricks on setting up systems that work. We’ll help you learn how to stay organized, prioritize, stay motivated, and work with professors so you can become your best self in school and in life.
Colleges and Universities
Preparing your campus to support youth in foster care
Foster Progress offers a 3-part learning series on supporting foster youth on your campus. You do not need to attend all sessions to benefit from them.
SESSION 1: THE IMPACT OF TRAUMA ON THE EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT OF FOSTER YOUTH
SESSION 2: EQUIPPING YOUR CAMPUS TO SERVE FOSTER YOUTH
SESSION 3: FINANCIAL AID FOR FOSTER YOUTH IN ILLINOIS