Ep 190 | Sheltering students from homelessness!

Send us Fan MailDid you know that, on average, one child in every Escambia County classroom is experiencing homelessness? What defines homelessness might surprise you! Casandra Manis is one of the Homeless Liaisons for Escambia County Public Schools. In this episode, she helps us get clear on the reality for these families and how our schools are helping these students succeed academically.Guest: Casandra Manis https://schoolhouseconnection.org/article/mckinney-vento-act-quick-reference | www.title1.org  (ECPS Title 1 website) | www.nche.ed.gov National Center for Homeless Education | https://openingdoorsnwfl.org/ for those who may be interested in local volunteer opportunities or those seeking help.The Florida Department of Education just released district and school grades and we're are beyond thrilled to announce that Escambia County Public Schools has achieved a district grade of ‘A.’  This means that 83% of ECPS schools upheld or exceeded past years’ performances!Learn more about Escambia County School District: https://www.escambiaschools.org/Find additional links: https://www.voicesunitedineducation.com/podcast-episodesHost:  Meredith Hackwith Edwards