Schoolhouse Washington improves housing stability and advances educational success for students experiencing homelessness.
About one in every 25 students in Washington state is homeless. A disproportionate number are young people of color.
Communities are impacting student homelessness through innovative practices and effective policies. We’ve only just begun.
Stay apprised of the latest trends, results and advocacy efforts across our state. Be informed and exert your influence.
Academic outcomes for students experiencing homelessness are low across the state of Washington
Our latest in-depth data analysis finds academic outcomes for students experiencing homelessness far below their housed peers.
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Student Homelessness Data: Local and On-Demand
Our updated dashboards offer instant access to the latest data broken down by school district, legislative district, and county
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Creativity Abounds! Diversion in Housing & Schools
A person-centered, problem-solving approach, Diversion can be applied in schools to creatively help students and families experiencing homelessness.
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Powerful voices propel legislative win for Homeless Student Stability Program
Significant improvements to HSSP were just signed into law, thanks to overwhelming bipartisan support, critical input by key stakeholders, and powerful testimony by students, parents, and homeless liaisons from all corners of the state.
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