Homelessness Resources

Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness

The Board of Trustees is committed to ensuring that all students experiencing homelessness have the opportunity to succeed in school consistent with the Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness (ECYEH) program, which is an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

Based on the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act, some of the main objectives of ECYEH and our school include increasing awareness about the needs of homeless students, assisting them to overcome possible educational barriers, and to provide support to students and their families.

To implement this policy, a Homeless Liaison has been designated who may:

Assist students in homeless situations regarding:

• Enrollment and placement in school
•  Participating in all applicable school programs
• Remaining in school if the student moves
• Transportation to and from school
• Receiving free school meals
• Receiving assistance with school-related expenses such as supplies or uniforms
• Ensuring that students receive all school services needed
• Social services/community referrals and/or coordination

Assist families regarding:

• Ensuring students are enrolled in school immediately, even without all paperwork ordinarily required
• Getting immunizations, immunization records or other medical records if necessary
• Informing parents/guardians and students about transportation services and setting up transportation
• Informing parents/guardians and students about all the programs and services available at the school
• Social services/community referrals and/or coordination