Homeless Program:

Ensures that homeless children and youth in the city of Springfield have equal access to the same public and preschool programs as provided to other children

Assists families in addressing problems with respect to the education of the homeless children such as: transportation, enrollment delays, residency requirements, assistance in obtaining records necessary to enroll, guardianship issues, school supplies, and community education and awareness of the rights of the homeless

Assists families in the prompt resolution of disputes regarding the educational placement of homeless youth and children Support homeless families, children and youth in receiving additional educational services

Cooperate with the Department of Human Services and assist families in overcoming the barriers in achieving self-sufficiency

Contact Homeless Education Liaison: Faith Sanderson at 217.535.3281 for further information on the Homeless Program. Or click here to go to the Opening Doors Website: www.homelessed.net