According to a report by Child Trends Data Bank, children in foster care have a higher incidence of behavioral and emotional problems. They are more likely to be suspended or expelled from school, and tend to exhibit lower levels of school engagement than other children. That’s why the support portion of the Blavin Scholars program is so critical to their success in college. Learn more at blavinscholars.org.
Report indicates that children in foster care are more likely to be suspended or expelled from school and have lower levels of engagement.