Ensuring Educational Stability and Success for Students in Foster Care: Non-Regulatory Guidance

This guidance from the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services outlines how educational agencies and child welfare agencies should collaborate to ensure school stability and promote academic success for students in foster care. It details requirements for school‑of‑origin decisions, enrollment, transportation planning, and designated points of contact. The guide also highlights strategies to strengthen coordination, reduce disruptions, and support student well‑being and long‑term achievement.