Calendar of Events

The Access to Higher Education Event

The Access to Higher Education Summit is an event designed especially for high school-aged foster youth and those in the Independent Living Program (ILP). At the Access to Higher Education Summit, you’ll learn how easy it is to enroll in college and discover the resources available to make it happen, including financial aid and the law (AB12) which

extends foster care benefits.

This year's keynote speaker will be Dr. John Gaines! 

"Dr. Gaines shares his drive to give hope to others because his own story grew from hopelessness. John earned his nickname “PUSH” (Persevere Until Something Happens) because he believes in the power of perseverance and teaches others to “keep pushing” and LOVE through life’s obstacles to become the best version of themselves."

Date:
March 13, 2026

Location:
College of the Sequoias
915 S. Mooney Blvd, Visalia

Tulare County Office of Education Foster & Homeless Youth Services Education Summit

Learn about upcoming changes to foster care, and what resources Tulare County Office of Education and districts can provide to the children you work with. Meet community service providers, social workers, and other educators to network and learn about other resources available to children and families in our county.

Date: 
December 4, 2026

Location:
Tulare County Office of Education
Redwood Conference Center
6200 S Mooney Blvd
Visalia, CA 93277