The number of students who are homeless are only increasing, following nationwide trends for all ages. This creates significant challenges for students, who face many barriers to school attendance and success. It also creates challenges for school districts, which despite a general lack of qualified drivers must provide transportation services or options under the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Yet transportation is key to stability, successes and safety. A child homelessness expert will discuss these trends, how school districts are responding, and potential solutions.
