New River Valley
PROJECT
HOPE, NEW RIVER VALLEY
Homeless Children and Youth have
the Right to a Free,
Appropriate Public Education
McKinney-Vento Act, amended July,
2004.
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PROJECT
HOPE, NEW RIVER VALLEY |
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Homelessness exists throughout Virginia; rural homelessness is generally hidden. In southwest Virginia most families experiencing homelessness are doubled/tripled-up with family/friends because they have no where else to go. Did you know that these families are considered homeless, even though they are not staying in a shelter? (Who is Homeless Issue Brief)
Project HOPE, NRV is one of Virginia's 18 homeless education programs funded
by Project HOPE, Virginia. Project HOPE, Virginia is a federally-funded
grant, authorized by the
McKinney-Vento
Homeless Education Assistance Act, now part of
NCLB.
Project HOPE ensures the enrollment, attendance, and success of children and
youth experiencing homelessness throughout Virginia by offering subgrants to
local school divisions. Local Education Agencies (LEA) develop customized
programs to meet the needs of homeless children and youth in their area.
Project HOPE funds activities throughout the school year including summer
enrichment programs. Activities include early childhood education,
mentoring, tutoring, parent education, and domestic violence prevention
programs. In addition, emergency services, referrals for health services,
transportation, school supplies, and costs related to obtaining school records
may be provided through the local Homeless Education Program. Please visit
Project HOPE, Virginia's
webpage for extensive publications and resources available to assist schools and
communities as they provide educational services to families experiencing
homelessness. Contact information:
Patricia A. Popp, Ph.D., Virginia State Coordinator
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