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The Wisconsin Rapids Public School District is committed to helping all students and families succeed. Through the McKinney - Vento Homeless Assistance Act, our district provides certain rights and protections for families experiencing homelessness. According to McKinneyVento, anyone who lacks a fixed, regular and adequate night-time residence is homeless. Homelessness includes anyone:
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Living in an emergency shelter or transitional housing.
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Abandoned in hospitals or awaiting foster care.
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Living in motels, hotels, trailer parks or campgrounds due to lack of alternative adequate accommodations.
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Living in cars, parks, public spaces, abandoned buildings, substandard housing, bus or train stations or similar settings.
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"Doubled up” living with friends or family due to the loss of housing, economic hardship or a similar reason.
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An “unaccompanied youth”, under the age of 18, living without a parent or guardian.
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Migratory children living in these conditions.
If you or someone you know currently lacks a fixed, regular and adequate night-time residence please feel free to reach out to the Wisconsin Rapids Public School Homeless Liaison, Mrs. Gillian Goetsch at homelesscontact@wrps.net or 715-315-9271.
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