Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Eatonville School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Carbonado School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Disability Access Services offered at Skagit Valley Community College Mount Vernon Campus
Provides services and accommodations based on individual needs.
Provides services and accommodations based on individual needs. Services may include, but are not limited to: accessible facilities, alternate educational media, alternative testing, disability parking, manual and oral interpreters, note taking, priority registration, reading services, scribes, specialized equipment, and taping services.
Homeless Liaison offered at Evaline School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Griffin School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Tenino School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at White River School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Winlock School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Offers an office to help low income and struggling students succeed in college by gaining access to community resources and services. Located in the Humanities and Student Services Building, room 207.
Offers low-income and struggling students information and referrals, supportive listening, classroom items like a book lending library, and when applicable, emergency funding to help support their needs. Located in Bldg. 4, Rm. 104.
Homeless Liaison offered at Yelm Community Schools
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Orting School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Steilacoom Historical School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Napavine School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Sumner - Bonney Lake School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Dieringer School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Clover Park School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school. Contact the superintendent or his assistant.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at University Place School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Onalaska School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Equity and Welcome Center offered by North Seattle College
Promotes social justice, responsible action and accountability. Some services open to the community.
The center aims to provide helpful resources for students, faculty, staff and community that will inform our ongoing quest for racial equity and create a sense of belonging for all. This includes communities from all cultures, ages, religious beliefs, races/ethnicities, sizes, gender identities, abilities, qualities, sexual affiliations, socioeconomic classes, veteran status, political beliefs, and citizenship status and sovereign nations.
Homeless Liaison offered at Tumwater School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Toledo School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.
Homeless Liaison offered at Pe Ell School District
Provides homeless families and students, including unaccompanied youth, services to help youth stay in school.
Ensures that youth experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school by organizing transportation to their school of origin or assisting them with enrollment in their local school without delay.
Also provides referrals to health care, dental, mental health and other appropriate services.
Helps youth and families sign up for free or reduced lunch and breakfast.
Students experiencing homelessness cannot be penalized for infractions, such as absenteeism, that relate to their homelessness.
Under the McKinney-Vento act students must be allowed to attend their school of origin "to the extent possible."
Factors that may be considered include:
- the age of the child or youth
- the impact the commute may have on the student's education
- personal safety issues
- the student's need for special instruction
- length of anticipated stay in temporary shelter or other temporary location
- time remaining in the school year. District boundaries are not a factor in the decision.
When a school district helps with transportation to and from school, it can take the form of school buses, gas vouchers or city bus passes, or other forms of transportation.
Students experiencing homelessness also have the right to be enrolled in their local school "immediately" even if they do not have a parent or guardian, proof of residency, immunization records, school records or other documents normally required to enroll in school.
Once students are enrolled, the liaison must help students get records from the last school and any medical records.