Seeking to contract with organizations to provide financial assistance to allow additional organizations to participate in the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library as new Local Program Partners and for established Program Partners to be able to increase their enrolled members in existing coverage areas and/or expand into new areas to provide one (1) high-quality, age-appropriate book per month to children from birth until their 5th birthday, free of charge. To encourage participation in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program, the New York Office of Children and Family services has approximately $395,000 to be awarded through the re-release of this grant opportunity. Individual grants will be limited to a maximum of $50,000 to pay up to 50% of a Local Program Partner’s cost from the Imagination Library. Contract term: up to 1 year beginning no earlier than 11/1/2026 and no later than 2/28/2027.
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City
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Rensselaer
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
408
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3600131
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
9
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
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New York State Office of Children and Family Services Contracts
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Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption at Children & Family Services, NYS Office of Capital Services Bureau
Effective: Jul 1, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document outlines a single-source procurement by the New York State Office of Children and Family Services for the "Wendy's Wonderful Kids" program. The contract, identified as C029059, is with the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption and runs from July 1, 2021, to June 30, 2026. The purpose is to fund recruiter salaries and travel expenses to support permanency for children in foster care through the Wendy's Wonderful Kids Program. The procurement was granted an exemption from competitive bidding due to specific circumstances and the unique qualifications of the contractor.
Westchester Institute for Human Development at Children & Family Services, NYS Office of Capital Services Bureau
Effective: May 1, 2024Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.Unlock
This document serves as a notice for a single-source contract awarded by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services to Westchester Institute for Human Development. The new contract, identified as CFSO1-C030020-3400000, is effective from May 1, 2024, to July 31, 2026. It aims to expand and continue the work of conducting bi-monthly statewide focus groups on developmental screening for young children aged 0 to 3, involving physicians, early childhood providers, and parents. This procurement replaces an earlier discretionary contract and seeks to gather data to inform recommendations for improving developmental screening rates and outcomes in New York State.
Early Buyer Signals
Board meetings and strategic plans from New York State Office of Children and Family Services
New York State Office of Children and Family Services Commission for the Blind Annual Report 2016
Date: Dec 16, 2015Type: Strategic Plan
This Fiscal Year 2015 Annual Report details the activities and accomplishments of the State Rehabilitation Council for the New York State Office of Children and Family Services Commission for the Blind. The report outlines goals for FY2016 focusing on: continued recruitment of diverse council members; evaluation of consumer satisfaction; development of an assistive technology trainer certification program; and enhancement of workforce opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, with particular attention to ensuring the accessibility of high-stakes electronic examinations.
New York State Office Of Children And Family Services Anti-Trafficking Summit
Date: Jan 15, 2021Type: Meeting mention
The summit focused on the impact of COVID-19 on the online underground commercial sex economy and the exploitation of youth. Key discussion topics included navigating social media safely with youth, the inclusion of safe harbor partners from every county in New York, and addressing the rise of online sexual exploitation. Presenters discussed the challenges of virtual outreach, the importance of ongoing conversations between adults and youth regarding online risks, and the introduction of new website resources for internet safety.
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to New York State Office of Children and Family Services.
AG
Andrew GriffinAssociate Commissioner for the Division of Administration-Finance
This Annual Plan for the Supervision and Treatment Services for Juveniles Program (STSJP) outlines the county's strategy to reform juvenile justice practices by engaging youth and families through innovative programming to reduce out-of-home placement and detention. The plan details three primary programs: Electronic Monitoring, Support Services, and Probation Supervision. Key focus areas include prevention, early intervention, alternatives to detention and placement, and reentry/aftercare. It emphasizes local collaboration with various agencies and aims to address disparities, substance use, and mental health issues. Targeted outcomes for youth include reducing PINS referrals, truancy, school suspensions, arrests, and fostering positive adult connections and community involvement.
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