November 12, 2017
Quick Guide: Understanding how schools serve homeless children in California
Federal law guarantees homeless children a right to an education, regardless of where they're living.
High-needs students
Topic
Homeless Youth
Last year California was home to more than 270,000 homeless children, a number that’s been growing steadily due to the housing crisis. Those children live in almost every district in the state and have unique educational needs. EdSource takes a close look at the challenges these children face, and what schools and communities are doing to help.