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Pennsylvania Department of Education - Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness

607 South Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17120

Eligibility
School-age homeless children
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Application process
Call or visit website for local program information.
Fees
Services free of charge
Service area
PA

Other Information

Focus Population

  • Experiencing Homelessness
Works to make sure homeless youth have access to a free and appropriate education while removing barriers that homeless children face.
Providing organization
Pennsylvania Department of Education
Develops and administers educational policies to improve the quality of education in Pennsylvania. Conducts programs to assess progress toward basic and higher education goals established by the General Assembly, the Governor, and the State Board of Education. Provides advice and recommendations on education to the General Assembly and administers education laws and regulations approved by the Governor and the federal government. Oversees implementation of standards established by the Secretary of Education. Cooperates in developing and administering master plans for basic and higher education. Manages a system of pre-service education and in-service professional development to ensure high-quality personnel in early childhood, elementary, and secondary education.