2025 BRIDGE Conference
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The BRIDGE Conference is a two-day conference which will focus on bridging the gap between K-12 to Higher Education and Workforce Development for students who were or are currently in the foster care system. BRIDGE stands for Building Resources for Independence, Development, and Growth in Education, which is the Conference’s aim.
Conference Information
Time and Location
BRIDGE 2025 will be held in the WD building on TSC’s Main Campus on April 10 and 11. You can find a campus map here: TSC Main Campus Map.
Registration
Registration will be open until March. The conference has a $25 registration fee for non-students and is free to current K-12 and college students.
If you are a presenter, you will have free registration for you and one colleague and be given your registration code via email.
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Conference Agenda
Day 1 - April 10, 2025
8:15 – 9 a.m. | Registration and Breakfast
9 – 9:30 a.m. | Welcome
9:30 – 10:15 a.m. | Session I: Understanding the Unique Needs of Foster Care Students
10:15 – 10:30 a.m. | Break
10:30 – 11:30 a.m. | Session II: Best Practices for Supporting Foster Care Students in College
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Lunch
12:30 – 1:15 p.m. | Session III: Collaborating with Community Partners and Agencies
1:15 – 1:30 p.m. | Break
1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Session IV: Strategies for Campus Culture and Inclusion
2:30 – 3 p.m. | Closing Remarks
Day 2 - April 11, 2025
8:15 – 9 a.m. | Registration and Welcome Breakfast
9 – 10 a.m. | Session I: Navigating College Life
10 – 10:10 a.m. | Break
10:10 – 10:35 a.m. | Session II: Financial Aid and Scholarships
10:35 – 11 a.m. | Session III: Workforce Development Opportunities
11 – 11:30 a.m. | Lunch
11:30 a.m. – 12:40 p.m. | Campus Tour and Interactive Q and A
12:40 – 1 p.m. | Closing Session and Wrap-Up
Conference FAQ's
How do I register and how much does it cost?
You can register right on this webpage. Registration will be open until March 31. The conference has a $25 registration fee for non-students and is free to current K-12 and college students. If you are a presenter, you will have free registration for you and one colleague and be given your registration code via email.
Where should I park/do I have to pay for parking?
TSC has free parking for visitors. Please park in any of the student lots. You can find a campus map here: TSC Main Campus Map.
I’m traveling to Tallahassee, where should I stay?
We currently do not have a conference-sponsored hotel. Some local, popular hotels include Hotel Indigo, DoubleTree by Hilton, Aloft, Hotel Duval, and Four Points.
Who do I contact if I have any other questions?
TSC’s Emerging Eagles Program and Student Services Department are spearheading this event. If you have any other questions, please contact emergingeagles@tsc.fl.edu.