Calendar

Pennsylvania counselors, social workers, and child welfare professionals can join a virtual seminar focused on helping students with foster care experience successfully transition to postsecondary education.

Money, Speed Bumps, and Opportunity will use real life scenarios to explore financial resources available to eligible students, including the Pennsylvania Fostering Independence Tuition Waiver, Chafee Education and Training Grants, and funding for shorter term training programs.

The session will also address challenges students may face during the transition to postsecondary education, including year round housing, academic retention, and navigating financial aid.

Participants will leave with practical steps they can use to help students identify funding and begin their postsecondary journey with additional support. The seminar may be especially useful for professionals who are newer to working with older youth in foster care.

Event Highlights

• Learn about the Pennsylvania Fostering Independence Tuition Waiver

• Explore Chafee Education and Training Grants and other funding options

• Learn about resources for shorter term education and training

• Discuss challenges including housing, academic retention, and financial aid

• Gain practical strategies for supporting students with foster care experience

Event Details

Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

Webinar: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Optional Q&A: 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM

Location: Online via Zoom

Audience: Pennsylvania counselors, social workers, and child welfare professionals

Registration: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER