In June 2021, Echo Glen Children’s Center launched an Edible Schoolyard Project for youth and young adults in residence.

Real-world world skills. Real-world experience. Real-world success. DCYF is partnering with Career Connect Washington to create meaningful and rewarding employment pathways for the young people in the agency’s care. Many jobs today require training or education beyond high school.

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On May 6, 2021, DCYF opened recruitment for the  Parent Advisory Group (PAG). This group consists of parents and caregivers of children that provide a sounding board for decisions, ideas, and questions that shape the future of DCYF. The recruitment was open for three weeks, and in that time, we received 40 applications.