Inservices and Ongoing Education

Financial Aid and Scholarships for Youth in Care

Elective, 3 credits Access to higher education has become increasingly essential to obtain economic independence and success in today’s world. This webinar will provide information about accessing higher-education opportunities and financial scholarships for youth in care who are aging out of the foster care system. Register in advance for this webinar!

Learning to Manage Your Thoughts About Your Case, Empowered CASA Webinar Series, Session Two

Learning to Manage Your Thoughts About Your Case is the topic Lisa Drake, life coach and former Executive Director of CASA of DuPage County, will cover. It’s not unusual to become frustrated, sad or angry about the circumstances in your case. Sometimes those feelings come and go, and other times they hang around for an …

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The College Admissions Process for Youth in Care

The college admissions process can be daunting for many, but especially for youth in care. In this webinar, participants will learn to navigate the process with a key focus on the college admissions exams, SAT, and ACT. Facilitator: Vivian Palicki, Education Liaison Register & Learn More Here

It’s All About Perspective

Empowered CASA Webinar Series, Session One The purpose of offering mindset training to CASAs is to help increase self-awareness and teach self-care tools and concepts. When learned and practiced, the Advocate will be empowered to better manage the mental and emotional challenges of the work they do in the child welfare arena. Session Two will …

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