[swanzie]

stevenstwin.
I don't know about Canada...but here in the states you can be appointed the educational advocate. In my state as the foster parent you are automatically the advocate unless you say otherwise. This situation is totally nuts...you should be involved....I agree. I ran into that trouble a little - but I let the sw know that she better involve me and everyone at the school. I meant it...she knew it. I needed to try and help with the attitude at school and how could I if I wasn't involved...just doesn't make sense. Hopefully you can be appointed by your department so they have to go thru you even if they still need to cc the department about issues - you should be told first. At least in my opinion.