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Published: July 16, 2026

From Foster Care to Smith College: Crystal Harris Is Paving the Way

Crystal Harris, a 17-year-old University High School graduate with a 5.05 GPA, is redefining what it means to come from foster care. Earlier this summer, Harris was honored alongside 127…

Published: July 8, 2026

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College-bound youth beat the odds

Foster youth convened at the Walt Disney Concert Hall for a scholarship extravaganza and celebration of their hard work overcoming challenges to pursue college dreams.

Published: July 7, 2026

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Foster Youth Honored for Academic Achievements

Originally aired on KABC on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Published: June 29, 2026

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Parents embrace new chapter with their children

Parents battling drug addiction take part in a support program offered by the court system, the Department of Children and Family Services, and local treatment centers. Graduation marks a major…

Published: July 9, 2024

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Celebrating the Class of 2024

The Department of Children and Family Services celebrated the high school graduation of 156 foster youth at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Published: July 2, 2024

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Meta cumplida: 156 adolescentes que crecieron en hogares de crianza se gradúan

Víctor León, de Los Ángeles, se enfila para ser un maestro de matemáticas;  Aleena Ortega, de West Covina, tiene como meta ser periodista y Emily Lesage, de Van Nuys, aspira…

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Top Student: Victor Leon celebrated for academic success

DTLA resident Victor Leon, 18, was among nearly 160 college-bound youth in foster care honored at a graduation ceremony hosted by the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family…

Published: June 27, 2024

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College-Bound LA Youth in Foster Care Celebrated at Walt Disney Concert Hall

ABC 7 highlights DCFS Celebration event honoring the youth in foster care heading to college.

Published: June 26, 2024

Youth in Foster Care Celebrated for Academic Success at Graduation Ceremony

The Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) honored nearly 160 college-bound youth in foster care at a graduation ceremony where family, friends and social workers celebrated…

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