
Jaynie Leung
Host: Children's Law Center of Minnesota
Sponsor: Robins Kaplan LLP
Tori provided early intervention representation for Alameda County foster youth ages 0-5 in special education, school discipline, and developmental services, ensuring they start school with the support they need.
Research shows that high-quality early educational interventions are associated with long-lasting benefits for all children, but many foster youth are not able to access these programs due to developmental, behavioral, or mental health needs. When these students are not successful in early childhood education or are subject to discipline like suspension or expulsion, they are more likely to continue to get in trouble at school and fail to grow academically. By intervening earlier, stabilizing younger students in school, identifying potential developmental or special education needs, and connecting children to services, it is possible to prevent problems from worsening and improve academic outcomes for these youth.
During the Fellowship period, Tori:
Tori remains at her host organization East Bay Children’s Law Offices (EBCLO) as a staff attorney. The Strong Beginnings program, launched by Tori’s Fellowship has become a permanent part of EBCLO’s practice and Tori continues to provide the office with specialized resources for clients aged 0-5.
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