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County foster‑youth program reports 96% graduation rate for its students
Summary
The Monterey County foster youth services coordinator reported program outcomes indicating a 96% graduation rate for foster students in the last school year—exceeding statewide metrics—and described transportation and staffing constraints that limit school‑of‑origin continuity.
Justin Parker, coordinator for the county's Foster Youth Services program, presented the annual report summarizing services for students in foster care. Parker described three focus areas—district and agency supports, individual case management, and transitions to higher education—and reported that the county saw a 96 percent graduation rate for foster students in the past school year, a result staff described as exceptional compared with statewide metrics.
Parker also outlined ongoing operational challenges, particularly transportation and provider availability, where placements far from a student's school complicate school‑of‑origin attendance. He said grants cover some transportation and that the county uses an emergency, high‑cost transport vendor for short durations when needed; the program continues to seek sustainable solutions and coordinate with child welfare partners.
