Heightened Scrutiny
- In many schools, young people in foster care are disciplined more often than other students.
- Young people in foster care worry they will be judged by their caseworkers or have judges question them about their activities in court.
Covering the Cost of an Activity
Youth in foster care may not have money or transportation for approved activities such as school trips and athletics.
Stigma of Living in the Foster Care System
Youth in foster care may keep their situation a secret for fear of being teased and stereotyped.
