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D.C. Municipal Regulations (Last Updated: September 13, 2017) |
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Title 29. PUBLIC WELFARE |
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Chapter 29-60. FOSTER HOMES |
Section 29-6021. EDUCATION
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6021.1The agency shall, to the extent possible, provide any documentation needed for a school-age foster child's school placement within four (4) school days of the foster child's placement in the foster home. The foster parent shall enroll the foster child in school within one (1) school day of receipt of the documentation. The agency shall assist in this process as needed.
6021.2A foster parent shall cooperate with the agency and shall take part in the selection of and arrangements for educational programs appropriate to the foster child's age and abilities, in accordance with the case plan.
6021.3A foster parent shall plan with school personnel when there are any problems with the foster child in school, and shall report serious situations to the agency.
6021.4A foster parent shall participate in each foster child's school activities related to the child's performance.
6021.5Whenever possible, a foster parent shall become the parent surrogate for any foster child in her or his care who is deemed eligible for special education services.