SF: Families Celebrate Adoption Of 10 Children – SFGATE

SF: Families Celebrate Adoption Of 10 Children  SFGATE

While thousands celebrated the Golden State Valkyries during a parade in San Francisco on Wednesday, another celebration was taking place at the Civic Center Courthouse as 10 children were adopted. The family court rotunda was alive with laughter, children squealing, food, balloons and a festive dragon draped along the ceiling as more than 100 family members and friends waited for their time in the courtroom, where Juvenile Court Judge Roger Chan would finalize the adoptions. "One of the most profound moments in the adoption hearing is when I get to pronounce the child's name after adoption," said Chan as he spoke at the podium before the proceedings began. "Through this ceremony, we will legally recognize and proclaim your love and the families that you have built.

The juvenile court is built on hope, courage to do hard things, and action." San Francisco Human Services Commissioner Scott Kahn said the commission last week approved a resolution proclaiming November 2026 as National Adoption Month. "As we gather to celebrate the adoption of 10 children during National Adoption Month, we honor the families built by choice, by love, and with the courage to open their hearts," Kahn said. "While every adoption is different, they remind us that family is not defined by shared DNA, but by commitment and unconditional love." While waiting in