Vision

Our vision is to empower students and families in transition through educational advocacy and support while promoting awareness in schools and throughout the community.

Purpose

The program was designed to provide assistance to homeless students and families in compliance with the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Program personnel work in collaboration with school personnel and community service agencies in an effort to maximize access to various educational, social and enrichment programs which promote academic success and student achievement.

Program Objectives

• Provide ongoing training, technical assistance and advocacy district wide to ensure federal statutes and district policy are being followed in regards to homeless students in JCPS
• Remove barriers to academic success for McKinney Vento eligible students by providing needed supplies such as backpacks, school supplies, clothing, transportation, etc.
• Educate students and parents on their educational rights.
• Promote parent participation in school related activities