Homeless, Not Hopeless: Supporting Scholars Without Stable Housing

03/05/2025 37 min Temporada 2 Episodio 9
Homeless, Not Hopeless: Supporting Scholars Without Stable Housing

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Episode Synopsis

In this powerful episode of A Note From the Principal’s Desk, Dr. Shepard tackles the often-hidden reality of student homelessness — and the stigma surrounding it. She breaks down what it truly means to be homeless under federal education law and challenges educators, parents, and communities to shift their lens from judgment to compassion.From misunderstood situations to the impact on a child’s behavior and academics, this episode is a passionate call to action. Dr. Shepard not only names the issue — she offers real, tangible ways families, churches, and businesses can help. Because no child should have to choose between survival and school.#YourFavoriteSchoolLeader

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