Generations United released our 11th annual State of Grandfamilies & Kinship Care report on September 19, 2024. This report, “Pathways to Success: K-12 Education Support for Kinship and Grandfamilies,” discusses how about 2.5 million children in grandfamilies and kinship families are impacted by educational challenges and actionable recommendations to improve their school support and services. Our goal is to enhance academic outcomes and build a stronger future for these children. Visit www.gureport.org to read the full report.
Highlights include:
- Key findings from the 2024 report
- Conversations with caregivers, a school administrator, and advocates
- Insights into our interactive report website
- Information on the upcoming release of the toolkit offering practical strategies and tools for professionals in the field created by the Grandfamilies & Kinship Support Network.
Speakers:
- Donna Butts, Executive Director, Generations United
- Jason B. Allen, National Director of Partnerships, National Parents Union (Moderator)
- Michael Robert, Ed.D., Superintendent, Osborn School District, Phoenix, Arizona
- Victoria Gray, Caregiver, Arizona
- Laurie Tapozada, Caregiver, Rhode Island
Special thanks to Humana Foundation for their partnership in developing the video shared during the event and to Centene Corporation for their support.
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