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SCHOOL PROGRAM FOR HOMELESS STUDENTS | REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION #44 (MCHENRY)

408 South Route 31, Mchenry, IL 60050

Families who have lost their housing and are now living: - With friends or relatives - In a shelter - In a motel - In a vehicle - In other temporary housing
Varies by service
Mon 8 am - 4:30 pm Tue 8 am - 4:30 pm Wed 8 am - 4:30 pm Thu 8 am - 4:30 pm Fri 8 am - 3:30 pm
https://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/departments/schools-roe/services/homeless-students

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Mchenry County, Illinois

Description

The local homeless education liaison works with homeless children to ensure:

- A free, appropriate public education including a priority to preschool programs.

- The choice of staying in the school of origin or attending the school nearest their shelter or temporary home.

- Immediate enrollment even when medical records cannot be produced at time of enrollment.

- Assistance with transportation, if needed.

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REGIONAL OFFICE OF EDUCATION #44 (MCHENRY)

Acts as an advocate for education by providing positive leadership, performing regulatory functions directed by the Illinois School Code and the Illinois State Board of Education, coordinating and delivering state and local services, and disseminating information for educators, school districts, and the community.