D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 29, r. 29-6021

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 48, November 29, 2024

Rule 29-6021 - EDUCATION

6021.1

A foster child shall remain in the school in which the foster child is enrolled at the time of placement in the foster home, unless CFSA determines that it is contrary to the foster child's best interest.

6021.2

If CFSA determines that a foster child may attend a school other than the school the foster child was attending at the time of placement in the foster home:

(a) CFSA 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; and

(b) The resource parent shall enroll the foster child in school within one (1) school day of receipt of the documentation. CFSA shall assist in this process as needed.

6021.3

A resource 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.

6021.4

A resource 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.

6021.5

A resource parent shall participate in each foster child's school activities related to the child's academic performance.

6021.6

Whenever possible, a resource parent shall become the parent surrogate for any foster child in her or his care who is deemed eligible for special education services.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 29, r. 29-6021

Final Rulemaking published at 48 DCR 6617 (July 27, 2001); amended by Final Rulemaking published at 71 DCR 2859 (3/15/2024)