Frederick County Public Schools is dedicated to ensuring that homeless students have access to the same educational opportunities as other students. FCPS Regulation 405R-B - Admission of Homeless Students defines who qualifies as a "homeless student" and outlines the support and services they are entitled to, including immediate enrollment, transportation, and access to necessary resources. The district works closely with families, social service agencies, and other partners to provide stability and support for homeless students, ensuring their academic success despite challenging circumstances. FCPS prioritizes the best interests of the student and are committed to resolving any disputes quickly and fairly, with a clear process for appeal if needed.
Transportation of Homeless Students: The Homeless Liaison will coordinate transportation for a homeless student to and from the school of origin. The “school of origin” is the school a child or youth attended when they were permanently housed or the school in which they were last enrolled before becoming homeless. If the homeless student still lives within the area served by the school of origin, that division is responsible for providing or arranging transportation. If the homeless student moves to an area served by a different division while continuing to attend the school of origin, both the division of origin and the new division must agree on how to share responsibility and costs for transportation. If an agreement cannot be reached, the costs and responsibilities will be split equally between the two divisions.
The Homeless Liaison may be contacted at Thompst@FCPSK12.net or by phone at 540-662-3889 Ext. 88142
For additional information, please see the following:
- Virginia Code Section 22.1-3
- The McKinney-Vento Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11431 et seq.)