The Office of the State Superintendent of Education’s (OSSE) Homeless Education Program has invited subject matter experts to present on a variety of topics that impact students and families experiencing homelessness. These one-hour monthly webinars are available to LEA/school-based employees, homeless liaisons and community partners. Presentations typically take place on the second Wednesday of each month, through May 2021, from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

• National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth: Youth Advocacy & Scholarship Program - Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021
• Presenter: Jolanda Burton
• NAEHCY will share information for youth experiencing homelessness necessary to make sound financial decisions preparing for their transition from high school. Details about the 2021 NAEHCY Conference and scholarship application will be shared with attendees.
• Please register for MKV Monthly Dialogue on the NAEHCY Scholarship Program. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

• College and Career Readiness, FAFSA, DCTAG Presentation - Wednesday, March 10, 2021
• Presenters: OSSE’s Post-Secondary and Career Education
• High school and adult education liaisons will receive information for 2021-22 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) application, preparing students for DC Tuition Assistance Grant (DCTAG) application and transitioning from high school.
• Please register for MKV Monthly Dialogue on the OSSE PCE Presentation. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

• Ayuda Community Partner Presentation - Wednesday, April 7, 2021
• Presenters: Diana Ortiz & Ana Plaza
• Program and services for low-income immigrant families.
• Please register for MKV Monthly Dialogue on Ayuda Community Partners. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

• End of the 2020-21 School Year MKV Procedures - Wednesday, May 12, 2021
• Presenters: OSSE’s Homeless Education Program
• LEA and school-based homeless liaisons will be prepared for the end of the school year close out procedures, summer learning transition and preparation for the 2021-22 school year.
• Please register for MKV Monthly Dialogue, End of the 2020-21 School Year Procedures. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

For any additional questions or technical assistance, please contact Tasheen Stallings at [email protected].