The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Elementary and Secondary Education awarded a $10,436,522 Education for Homeless Children and Youth formula grant to the New York State Education Department. This grant provides assistance to states to ensure that all homeless children and youth have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education available to other children. Key services funded include transportation assistance, academic support, professional development for educators, and coordination with local education agencies to remove barriers to school participation. The grant will support the identification, enrollment, and academic success of homeless children and youth across New York State over a performance period of 14-15 months from July 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025. The grant has enabled the New York State Education Department to distribute sub-awards to local school districts, community organizations, and educational service centers to implement direct services for homeless students, such as identifying and providing academic instruction, counseling, transportation, and referrals for health and housing services.
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