Federation for Children with Special Needs

Resources – RTSC

RTSC Home Page

RTSC – SESPP Information
- RTSC and SESPP Joint Covid-19 FAQs (October 19, 2020)
- RTSC and SESPP Joint Letter to SESPs regarding School Closures (March 17, 2020)

Webinar References
- DCF and SESP Program Collaboration Webinar | Recording and Handout
- Initial Fall School Reopening Guidance (June 25, 2020) | Guidance
- Tips for ensuring educational stability during school closures | Tips Sheet

Best Interest Determinations Resources
- Introduction to the Sample Foster Care Best Interest Determination Worksheet | DESE Webinar
- Best Interest Determination Process Overview | Process Worksheet
- Educational Stability for Students in Foster Care (Jan. 2018) | DESE – DCF Guidance
- ESSA Info Sheet for SESPs (Jan. 2018) | Info Sheet
- Situational Analysis: Educational Services for Students in Foster Care | Link to Analysis

DCF Guidance/Resources
- School Attendance questionnaire for Chidlren in Foster Care during COVID-19 (October 2, 2020)
- Social Worker Tip Sheet: Back to School Fall 2020 (October 2, 2020)
- Protocol for Out-of-State Extended Travel Guidance (October 2, 2020)
- Travel Questionnaire for Children in Foster Care during COVID-19 (October 2, 2020)

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