Assignment
1:
Read Federal
Legislative Acts found in your Resource Manual
on pages 10-15. (CAPTA, ICWA, Adoption Assistance, MEPA, ASFA.)
Assignment
2:
Read Only
People Cry (page 1 of the Resource Guide). In
preparation for Session 2, think about the following question:
If you were the Watsons, what could you do to make Ellen's
transition into your home more comfortable? (Include any
household rules/expectations that would make her feel more
comfortable knowing what to expect.)
Assignment
3:
Reasons/Concerns. List three reasons why you are considering
fostering or adopting, and three concerns you have about being a
foster or an adoptive parent.
Reasons:
Concerns:
Self-Assessment
Form
Competencies: Interpersonal
Sensitivity (3.3) , Commitment
to Children (3.4) , Technical
Knowledge (3.5) , and
Self-Development (3.9) .
Choose one
competency from the comprehensive list that is an area of strength
for you. Explain why and give examples.
Choose one
competency from the comprehensive list that is an area of challenge
for you. Explain why and give examples.
Print out your responses to share with the trainers.
Or, if you didn't have access to a printer,
