Educational Related Costs- Youth in junior/senior high, vocational school or college who receive services through the Independent Living Program may also receive funds for educational expenses. These may be paid up front by the agency or reimbursed to the foster parent. To learn more about reimbursement of educational expenses for youth who are involved in the Independent Living Program, contact your DFCS Independent Living Coordinator.

High school expenses include: 

• Summer school fees. 
• Educational youth conferences/training and related expenses 
• Books and supplies, tools and equipment, uniforms and supplies for training. 
• Graduation fees 
• Driver’s Education 
• Tutoring.

College/vocational related expenses include: 

• Tuition 
• Registration and fees not related to health or insurance 
• Books 
• Supplies, tools and equipment 
• On-campus housing costs 
• Driver’s Education 
• Tutoring, and testing (SAT, LSACT, ACT, etc.)

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