Early Childhood
Infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children face unique barriers when experiencing homelessness. Early intervention and identification are important to eliminating these barriers and promoting well-being and healthy development. This population is categorically eligible for federally-funded preschool and early learning programs such as Head Start and Early Head Start. The resources below further discuss the challenges, protections and best practices for early childhood students experiencing homelessness.
Infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children face unique barriers when experiencing homelessness. Early intervention and identification are important to eliminating these barriers and promoting well-being and healthy development. This population is categorically eligible for federally-funded preschool and early learning programs such as Head Start and Early Head Start. The resources below further discuss the challenges, protections and best practices for early childhood students experiencing homelessness.
Sample Processes & Procedures
Sample Processes & Procedures
SchoolHouse Connection: Head Start Referral App
SchoolHouse Connection: Head Start Referral App
Resources
Resources
Find resources from School House Connection, the National Association for the Education for Homeless Children and Youth (NAEHCY), the National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty (NLCHP) and more.