Related Resources
The following are program resources for surrogate parents and useful resources to other interested members of the public including our sister agency, the Department of Children and Families.
- Surrogate Program Procedures Manual (Updated March 2025)
- 2025-26 Surrogate Parents Contact Information
- Timeline for Initial Evaluation Memo
- Independent Evaluation Guidelines
- DCF Regional Education Consultants
- DCF Guidelines for Notification to Local Education Agency (LEA) via Form 603
- Instructions for Closing and Returning Files to CSDE
- Complaint Resolution Process Packet and Forms
- Procedural Safeguards for Parents and Students
- Surrogate Parent and DCF PPT Participation Guidelines
- Observation Guiding Questions