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As we turn the corner into summer, several youth in Juvenile Rehabilitation (JR) have been making strides in their education and are celebrating graduations and even job offers. DCYF strives to provide every JR student with an excellent education that prepares them for a healthy, productive life.

As part of his Eagle Scout project, 17-year-old Forrest recently hosted a school supply drive to support youth at Echo Glen Children’s Center. Knowing that he wanted his project to benefit young people, Forrest reached out to Echo Glen to find out their needs and then rallied his troop and family to collect donations. 

Family Subsidy Copayments Waived for July, August, and September 2021

The Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) is waiving child care copayments for families accessing subsidies for July, August, and September 2021.