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Homeless Education Technical Assistance Centers (HETAC)

The California HETAC is funded by the California Department of Education (CDE) to provide support and technical assistance to county offices of education, local education agencies, and other interested stakeholders to ensure educational access and success for children and youth experiencing homelessness. The HETAC is operated jointly by the 大象传媒 Costa, Los Angeles, and San Diego County Offices of Education.

hetac trainings & Educational videos

Training for School Transportation Staff
Training on Attendance
Training on Identification of Students with Unstable Housing
Training on Qualifying Doubled-Up Students
Training for Principals & Front Office Staff
Training for School Staff

Asycnchronous Professional Development Training Courses

Course 1:
The first of three courses includes a three module training that will provide professional development for County Office of Education McKinney-Vento homeless liaisons on their roles and best practices.

Course 2:
The second of three courses includes a twelve module training that will provide professional development for newly-designated LEA McKinney-Vento homeless liaisons on the essential laws and best practices for their role. Each module concludes with a short quiz, and there is a final quiz at the conclusion of all twelve modules.

Course 3:
The third of three courses includes a three module training that will provide basic information about child and youth homelessness, the legal rights of students experiencing homelessness, and how administrators, staff, and faculty can identify and support students facing the challenges of unstable or inadequate housing.

CONTACTS

Youth Services Director: Alejandra Chamberlain | (925) 942-3308

Youth Services Manager: Denise Clarke | (925) 942-3322

Administrative Assistant III: Dana Padilla | (925) 942-3417