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Property taxes matter to school funding, but they are only one part of a larger federal-state-local system. Learn why a tax cut can affect districts differently from one state to another.
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CPS cannot use the same removal process in every state or every situation. Learn the general difference between an emergency safety action, a court order, and an ongoing chil…
Read articleCPS timelines can be affected by state law, safety concerns, court schedules, records, interviews, service availability, and workforce capacity. Learn what families can ask w…
Read articleSome foster youth receive SSI, survivor benefits, or child benefits. Learn how representative payees work, why benefits may change, and what youth and caregivers should ask b…
Read articleChild welfare involvement does not always lead to foster care. Learn how in-home, prevention, safety-planning, and family-support services can sometimes help children remain …
Read articleFoster-home shortages can leave agencies struggling to find safe placements that match a child’s needs. Learn why shortages happen and what they can mean for children and fam…
Read articleWhen your child is involved with the child welfare system, it can be difficult to understand what is happening, what is expected of you, and what comes next. These questions …
Read articleFoster parents are expected to care for a child while also working within a larger child welfare team. Learn practical questions to ask your caseworker about the child’s need…
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