SchoolHouse Connection is a national non-profit organization based in Washington, DC, dedicated to addressing homelessness through education. With over 25 years of experience, they provide strategic advocacy and practical assistance to early childhood programs, schools, higher education institutions, service providers, families, and youth. Their mission is to ensure that children and youth experiencing homelessness have full access to quality learning, from prenatal to postsecondary education, in order to break the cycle of homelessness and create a future where no one is homeless.
As the leading expert on the early care and education of children and youth experiencing homelessness, SchoolHouse Connection has played a crucial role in the development and implementation of policies and programs such as The McKinney-Vento Act, The Head Start Act, The Higher Education Act, and FAFSA rules. They prioritize grassroots approaches, youth leadership, and child development in their advocacy efforts, aiming to prevent homelessness by addressing the comprehensive needs of children and youth. Their extensive network includes various stakeholders, from school district liaisons and service providers to government agencies and advocacy organizations, all working towards improving the lives of children and youth experiencing homelessness.
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