Enough places are saying the 15th is included that I think it probably is, so I’ll give it an R4 that the 15th is included. A few places are saying the cut-off is the 18th, but I’m keeping that at an R2 right now, because I’m only seeing one source that appears to be an [...]

I have confirmation that the CCAA is rewarding agencies who have placed more SF children. I believe the actual numbers are one minor or easily correctable file for every 10 SF children placed, and one minor or easily correctable file for every five Journey of Hope children placed. From what I’m hearing, last month’s list [...]

I’m hearing that the past couple of lists had mostly Special Focus children, and very few children with minor or correctable needs. I’ve also heard that the CCCWA has stated that for every 5 special focus children that an agency placed between September 1st, 2010 and August 31st, 2011, the agency will be given 1 [...]

All of the forums are complaining that there are no rumors. I see a whole lot of speculation that we should see referrals this week, but that’s about it. It also appears that the SN list released last night was much smaller than normal. I see one European forum speculating on the chance that the [...]

An agency reports the CCAA is working on matches. I do not see anyone talking about a date as a rumor, only as speculation about whether they can actually get as far as has been projected. There is also a report that the next SN list will release on the 27th, which means in the [...]

I don’t see any rumors about the next batch of NSN referrals. However, there is word that the SN list will be updated Tuesday, August 30. I believe that means tonight, for those of us on this side of the planet. Is everyone drying out okay? Everyone’s house make it through Irene intact?