Welcome to the CalKIDS Institute Training Page.

This is your hub for practical, action-oriented learning to support CalKIDS awareness, engagement, and implementation. New and specialized trainings will be added as the work evolves.  Whether you are just getting started or looking to deepen your strategy, you’ll find tools and guidance to help you move the work forward.

All trainings are free and self-paced, so you can participate on your schedule. Check back often to see what’s new—and let us know if there’s a topic you’d like to see included.

Resources for TK-12 and Community Professionals

CalKIDS 101: Training for Professionals

Training to educate staff about the CalKIDS and other early wealth accounts programs. The course explains eligibility and claiming, additional early wealth-building programs, and guidance for partners on implementation, outreach, and addressing public questions or concerns. Included are resources and next steps, like joining the CalKIDS 201. This training should take about 30 minutes, and a certificate is awarded after the course is completed

CalKIDS 201: Implementation Guidance

An action-focused guide for organizations, schools, and community leaders to encourage awareness, claiming and engagement with the CalKIDS Scholarship program. This training builds on program knowledge by outlining strategies for outreach, partnership development, and community engagement. Participants will learn how to encourage parent and student ambassadors, co-brand materials, integrate financial literacy education, and lead campaigns that expand awareness and participation among eligible families. 

Resources for Higher Education Professionals

CalKIDS College 101: Training for Campus Partners

Training for those in higher education about claiming and using CalKIDS Scholarships, and the role that different campus partners can play in getting the word out. Training takes about 20 minutes. 

College Campaign Toolkit for Campus Champions

A toolkit to carry out a CalKIDS College Campaign on your campus. The material emphasizes the importance of selecting a CalKIDS champion, training partners with the College 101, sharing information about CalKIDS, and tracking outreach activities. It also includes resources, messaging, and graphics used to increase awareness and ensure consistent communication across campuses.

CalKIDS Champions

CalKIDS Champions
Celebrating organizations and individuals helping students and families connect with their CalKIDS funds.

What is a CalKIDS Champion?
CalKIDS Champions serve in a county, school district, school, or organization who not only understand the goals and benefits of the CalKIDS program, but are also enthusiastic about promoting it. They help to ensure that the CalKIDS initiative remains organized, efficient, and impactful and to help us reach our goal that no child, family, or community is left behind. 

Champions may be recognized for their:

Decision-Making and Leadership, Team Coordination, Communication Hubs, and Ongoing Engagement Efforts

Our UCLA CalKIDS Institute Champions