Homeless Families and Youth
District Homeless Liaison
District Homeless Liaison
District Homeless Liaison
Jerry Gonzalez
760-355-3200
McKinney-Vento Act:
This federal law requires every school district to have a local liaison to identify and support homeless students.
This federal law requires every school district to have a local liaison to identify and support homeless students.
Student Services Provided:
These programs offer a range of support, including:
These programs offer a range of support, including:
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- Enrollment Assistance: Ensuring immediate enrollment while waiting on required paperwork like birth certificates or immunization records.
- School of Origin Support: Allowing students to remain in their preferred school if it's in their best interest, with transportation provided.
- Academic and Social Support: Providing tutoring, mentoring, school supplies, and access to extracurricular activities.
- Referrals: Connecting students and families with community resources for housing, food, and other essential services.
PATH Homeless Program:
Offers short-term case management and linkage assistance to individuals with mental illness experiencing homelessness.
Offers short-term case management and linkage assistance to individuals with mental illness experiencing homelessness.
Neighborhood House Shelter and Woman Haven Shelter:
Provide emergency shelter, food, and case management services for women and children experiencing homelessness.
Provide emergency shelter, food, and case management services for women and children experiencing homelessness.
Imperial Valley Housing Authority (IVHA):
Administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and owns public housing units, offering a range of housing options for low-income individuals and families.
Administers the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and owns public housing units, offering a range of housing options for low-income individuals and families.
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