Why do so many foster youth struggle in school?
In this episode of the Wheel With It Podcast, host Devon Wieters sits down with education advocate Sharon Dunlevy to talk about the challenges facing young people in the foster care system.
Youth in foster care often face constant school transfers, instability, and trauma — all of which can make academic success extremely difficult. Sharon explains how education advocacy can transform the lives of youth aging out of foster care and what changes need to happen to improve outcomes.
In this conversation we discuss:
• Why foster youth fall behind academically
• The impact of frequent school changes
• How trauma affects learning and development
• The education crisis in the foster care system
• How advocates and educators can help foster youth succeed
If you’re interested in education reform, foster care policy, youth advocacy, or child welfare, this episode offers an important look at the challenges and solutions.
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