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) - November 2026
Email FKCE@barstow.edu to register!
FKCE Workshop Schedule via Zoom Conference
| Date | Time | Topic | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tues. 11/3/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Teaching Social Skills | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 11/3/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Nutrición y salud mental | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 11/4/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Finding Consistency in Uncertainty | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 11/4/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Helping Youth Understand and Express Their Feelings | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thurs. 11/5/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Understanding and Supporting Children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thurs. 11/5/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Teen Parenting: Understanding and supporting Teen Parents (Part II) | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 11/7/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Raising Self Esteem in your Foster Child | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 11/10/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Understanding Non-Suicidal Self Injury | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 11/10/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Trastorno por consumo de sustancias en adolescentes | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 11/11/2026 | CLOSED | VETERANS DAY | |
| Thurs. 11/12/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Helping Children with Grief and Loss | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thurs. 11/12/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | How Domestic Violence Affects Children | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 11/14/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Foster Care | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 11/17/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Dealing with Emotions During the Holidays | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 11/17/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Los prejuicios implícitos | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 11/18/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Nurturing Independence in the Early Years | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 11/18/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Childhood Stress During the Holidays | Vanessa Palacios |
| Thurs. 11/19/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | What to do with Behavior Issues | Dr. Wesley Sanders |
| Thurs. 11/19/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | The Parentified Child: How to Help | Olivia Chavira |
| Sat. 11/21/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Caring for Kids through the Holidays | Dr. Abram Milton |
| Tues. 11/24/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Understanding the LGBTQ Culture | Betty Cowley |
| Tues. 11/24/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | (SPANISH) Duelo y perdida en el sistema de cuidado de crianza | Lelia Montiel |
| Wed. 11/25/2026 | 9AM - 11AM | Raising Confident, Adaptable Kids | Christine Stellino |
| Wed. 11/25/2026 | 6PM - 8PM | Raising Strong-Willed Children | Vanessa Palacios |
| 11/26/2026 - 11/29/2026 | CLOSED | THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY |
- It is REQUIRED to pre-register for each workshop to receive a meeting ID#.
- You will receive a confirmation email with procedure and details to participate in the workshop.
- Certificate will be provided within 5 business days after completing workshop 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.
