HOMELESS LIAISON PROGRAM | REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION #24 (GRUNDY, KENDALL)
A Homeless Liaison is appointed to provide public awareness and assist school district's homeless liaison to eliminate barriers that may prevent homeless students from receiving immediate and full participation in educational activities. Homeless Liaisons also work to ensure that homeless children have a right to: - A free, appropriate public education including a priority to preschool programs (includes waiver of required school fees that would be a participation barrier for homeless families). - The choice of staying in the school or origin or attending the school nearest their shelter or temporary home. - In the case of unaccompanied youth, consideration is given to the youth's wishes. - Immediate enrollment even when medical records cannot be produced at the time of enrollment. - Assistance with transportation if needed.
Date of Last Formal Update
01/24/2024
Data provided by
PATH Inc. 211
Location
109 W. Ridge Street, Yorkville, IL 60560
Voice
Fax
(630) 553-4152
Hours
Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Fingerprint Hours: Mon-Fri: 8:15 am - 11:45 am, 1:15 pm - 4:15 pm.
Eligibility
No restrictions.
Fee
No fees.
Agency info
REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION #24 (GRUNDY, KENDALL)