Conference Handouts

Click here to view handouts from 2010 - 2013 conferences. (Under agenda, then archives)

Click here to view past conference highlights.

Presented at the 21st Annual Research Conference

Academic Status of Youth in Out-of-Home Care: A Review of the Literature

Download Handouts: 770kb pdf

Presenting: Alexandra Trout; Jessica Hagaman; Katy Casey; Robert Reid; Michael Epstein

All Authors for this paper: Alexandra Trout; Jessica Hagaman; Katy Casey; Robert Reid; Michael Epstein

Presentation Type: element of symposium

Synopsis: Although much is known about the behavioral and mental health characteristics of youth involved in out-of-home care, many questions remain regarding their specific levels of academic functioning. In an attempt to summarize what research has been done, we reviewed the literature to identify the characteristics of the children and youth studied, evaluate student academic performance and school functioning, and determine the quality of the published academic status research conducted with children and youth in out-of-home care.

The Academic Functioning of Youth Admitted To Residential Care

We're sorry, handouts are not available for this presentation.

Presenting: Jessica Hagaman

All Authors for this paper: Jessica Hagaman; Alexandra Trout; Kathryn Casey; M Chmelka; Catherine DeSalvo

Presentation Type: element of symposium

Synopsis: Studies suggest that children in residential care are largely a heterogeneous population, however, little is known about their academic functioning at admission. Previous research has primarily focused on mental health, family history, and behavior. This study sought to address the gaps in the research by examining the characteristics of youth at admission to a residential care program. Specifically, intake data were evaluated to assess academic, behavioral, mental health functioning, and subgroup (e.g., special education) differences at admission.

Academic Functioning of Youth In Residential Care: Changes Over Time

We're sorry, handouts are not available for this presentation.

Presenting: Annette Griffith

All Authors for this paper: Annette Griffith; Alexandra Trout; Jessica Hagaman; Michael Epstein; M Chmelka

Presentation Type: element of symposium

Synopsis: In order to provide comprehensive services that address all youth needs, more information needs to be known about the academic functioning of youth in residential care. This study begins to address this question by examining archival file data to determine: (a) how the level of academic functioning of youth changed from the time they enter residential care until the time that they depart, and (b) how factors that are predictive of a youth’s academic functioning change over time from admission to departure.

Academic Functioning and Youth Involved in Residential Care

We're sorry, handouts are not available for this presentation.

Session Number: 10 Room: Meeting Room 12

Presenting: Alexandra Trout; Elizabeth Farmer

All Authors for this paper: Alexandra Trout; Elizabeth Farmer

Presentation Type: brief symposium

Synopsis: There are currently over 100,000 youth served in residential programs in the United States. Commonly regarded as a “last resort” placement, these settings provide services to high-risk populations with a broad range of difficulties. Previous research on youth involved in residential care has provided a comprehensive overview of behavioral, mental health, and family characteristics, however, very little is known about academic functioning. This is an important area, however, as poor academic skills can lead to a variety of negative outcomes (e.g., antisocial behavior, school dropout). Therefore, the purpose of this symposium is to expand what is known about the academic functioning of youth involved in residential care. The symposium will be divided into three separate papers. The first paper will provide information about a literature review examining the academic status of children involved in out-of-home care. Discussion will focus on overall findings and quality of the studies. The second paper will provide descriptive information on youth entering a residential program. It will focus on academic functioning but will also provide information on basic demographics and behavioral and mental health characteristics. Comparisons will be made based on special education status. The third paper will examine how the academic functioning and predictors of academic functioning change from admission to departure. The goal of this symposium is to contribute to the knowledge on academic functioning of youth involved in residential care and to recognize factors that may be useful for identifying youth with greater levels of need.

Date:

Session Time: 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM