For general information regarding workshops, please call (760) 252-6897. All of the classes listed in this schedule meet the criteria for San Bernardino County’s emotional behavioral training and for Los Angeles County’s “D” rate training. All training must be selected based on the individual needs of the foster/kinship child. Please discuss any additional training issues with your Children and Family Services (CFS) worker or the Specialized Care Facilitator as needed. For Specialized Care Rate information for San Bernardino County, contact Elaine Bobadilla at 909-891-3621.
Foster & Kinship Care Education Program (FKCE) - September 2026
Email FKCE@barstow.edu to register!
FKCE Workshop Schedule via Zoom Conference
| Date | Time | Topic | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tues. 9/1/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Rebuilding Trust After Disruption or Placement Changes | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 9/1/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Asistencia con la Autoadministracion de Medicamentos Psicotropicos | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 9/2/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Fueling Confidence: Practical Ways to Encourage Self-Belief | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 9/2/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Youth and CSEC | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thur. 9/3/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Tools for Preventing Allegations of Child Abuse | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thur. 9/3/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Introversion and Extroversion in Children | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 9/5/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Motivating Your Child to Take Action Against Procrastination | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 9/8/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Impact of Abandonment on Childhood Resilience | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 9/8/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Utilizar Mejores Practicas para Brindar Cuidado y Supervision a ninos LGBTQ+ | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 9/9/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Teaching Kids to Navigate Peer Conflict | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 9/9/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Impact of Multiple Placements on Children | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thur. 9/10/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Bullying Impact on Children with Disabilities | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thur. 9/10/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Parenting with Confidence | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 9/12/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Overcoming Test Anxiety: Practical Advice | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 9/15/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Recognizing Childhood Depression Early | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 9/15/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) La Ley Federal de Bienestar Infantil Indigena (ICWA) | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 9/16/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Brain-Based Discipline: Understanding Triggers and Responses | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 9/16/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Youth and Depression | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thur. 9/17/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Understanding Autism | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thur. 9/17/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | The 5 Love Languages of Children | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 9/19/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Empowering Parents to Support Children with Autism | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 9/22/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | When Families Fracture: Healing Separation | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 9/22/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Comprender las diferentes Opciones de Permanencia en California | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 9/23/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Cultivating Empathy and Perspective Taking | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 9/23/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Youth and Psychotropic Medication | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thur. 9/24/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Suicide Prevention in Children | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thur. 9/24/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Talking About Substance Abuse | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 9/26/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Navigating the Impact of Social Media on Mental Health | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 9/29/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Safe Spaces: Interviewing Kids with Care | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 9/29/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Planes de Educacion Individualizados en California (IEP) | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 9/30/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Collaborative Decision-Making for Co-Parents | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 9/30/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Importance of Family Communication | Vanessa Palacios |
- It is REQUIRED to pre-register for each class to receive a meeting ID#.
- You will receive a confirmation email with procedure and details to participate in the class.
- Certificate will be provided after completing class and submitting required paperwork.
The FKCE Program provides quality education and support opportunities for caregivers of children and youth in out-of-home care so that the providers may meet their educational, emotional, behavioral needs. Services are open to the public (16+ years) at no cost. For questions or more information please email fkce@barstow.edu.
***Please do not bring children to class, childcare is not provided.***
Please Note: Classes that do not have pre-registered participants may not be held. FKCE HIGHLY suggests bringing someone with you to class in order to ensure the class being held. Topics, dates and times - subject to change without notice. Please pre-register by phone (760) 252-6897 or email fkce@barstow.edu.
