Student Support Services

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If your family is currently experiencing housing instability, or without a regular place to stay at night, your school-age children (preschool to 12^th grade) may qualify for certain rights and protections under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

Liaisons for the Education for Homeless Children and Youth ensures, families living in unstable housing conditions, are provided services and supports to removing barriers so children can fully participate in school.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact your local Liaison listed below:

Rona Dela Cruz, Homeless Concerns Liaison

State of Hawaii – Department of Education

Telephone: 808-294-2011

Email: rona.dela_cruz@k12.hi.us