February 7, 2019

February 2019: School Success Resource of the Month

Video: A Brain’s Journey to Resilience

From the Alberta Family Wellness Initiative, this 7-minute animated video outlines brain development and resilience in the face of trauma and/or toxic stress. It is somewhat silly, but easily understandable and relatable for both adults and students.

Watch the video.

Recent News

September 21, 2020

NYC 2020-21: Back-to-School Resources for Students in Temporary Housing

This new one-pager, available in English and Spanish, outlines important resources and information about NYC back-to-school needs for students in temporary housing.

September 15, 2020

Check-In Checklist: Connecting with Families During COVID-19 Remote and Hybrid Instruction

Recently Updated! (Sept 2020) This checklist summarizes some of the strategies liaisons are using in their outreach to families and youth experiencing homelessness during COVID-19 remote and hybrid instruction.

July 28, 2020

New NYSED Memo: 2020 Summer School Information

NYSED’s 2020 McKinney-Vento Field Memo reviews access to summer school for students in temporary housing, including fee waivers, transportation, and the use of Title I set-aside funding.