IT Academy Supports the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) Through Data Analytics and Systems Reporting Training The Department of Children’s Services (DCS) is Tennessee’s public child welfare agency. The department investigates allegations of child abuse and neglect. They also administer the state’s foster-care system and work to find permanency for the children and youth who come into its care, whether that is through reunification or adoption. Additionally, the Juvenile Justice division serves the youth who have been adjudicated delinquent and works closely with scores of private providers and community partners across the state. CASE STUDY CHALLENGE Under Commissioner Bonnie Hommrich and DCS IT Leadership, DCS has focused on making information systems a strong part o

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