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3 Co-sponsors
History
- Referred to social services
Companion bill
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Relates to written notification to schools of a student's placement in foster care
In Assembly Committee · Children And Families · Sponsor Barbara Clark
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S7270
Title of bill
An act to amend the social services law, in relation to written notification to schools of a student's placement in foster care
Purpose or general idea of bill
The purpose of this bill is to notify the Principal or designated school official of the initial school enrollment of a child in foster care.
Summary of specific provisions
Section 1. Amends social services law by adding a new section 405. Requires social services agencies to notify schools whenever a child in foster care is enrolled in that school.
Section 2. Effective Date
Existing law
None.
Justification
A study done by the NYS Permanent Judicial Commission on Justice for Children shows that children in foster care generally do not perform as well in school as other children. Quite often, these children must deal with frequent changes in school placements which lead to delays in school enrollment, gaps in attendance, and overall poor academic performance. In addition, the study points out that school success for children involves more than just academics. School success must also involve a child's social, emotional, and physical well-being and safety. Children in foster care are often distracted by worries, fears, and a sense of loss associated with separation from their family and placement in foster care. Children who have adult and peer relations in school are more likely to view their schools as a supportive and safe haven. It is therefore essential that school officials be notified whenever a child in foster care enters their school. By notifying designated school officials about a new student's foster care status, officials will be better able to manage the needs of children in foster care and ensure that these children receive the services they need to be healthy and successful individuals.
Prior legislative history
2012: New Bill/A.7645 Referred to Children and Families 2011: A.7645 - New Bill
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
On the one hundred and twentieth day after bill becomes law.
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