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Who Are "Unaccompanied Youth"?
Unaccompanied youth are youth who are not in the physical custody of a parent or court-appointed guardian, including young people who have run away from home, young people who have been forced to leave their homes, and young people whose parents have left the area and left the student here.
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When Legal Guardians Are Not Present: Enrolling Students on Their Own
Schools may not condition school enrollment upon the receipt of proof of legal guardianship by caregivers of homeless,unaccompanied youth; nor may they require caregivers to become legal guardians within a certain period of time after the child enrolls in school. Unaccompanied, homeless youth who are on their own completely must be enrolled in school immediately. Click here to learn more.
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Unaccompanied Refugee Students
An Unaccompanied Child (UC) is defined as a child under 18 years of age who has no immigration status and has been separated from their biological parent. Click here to learn more.
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Unaccompanied Youth & FAFSA Letter Eligibility
Unaccompanied Youth are eligible for a FAFSA letter to assist in applying for college (Email Us: homelesseducation@dallasisd.org).
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Federal Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and Youth Homelessness
For youth who are experiencing homelessness, or who are at risk of homelessness, and who are on their own, applying for the FAFSA can be complex. Click here To learn about comprehensive FAFSA-related resources to help youth, K-12 educators, homeless service providers, and higher education professionals understand, prepare, and fill out the FAFSA.
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Homeless Youth Handbook & Resources
One of the big obstacles homeless youth face is a lack of understanding of the law and the options available to them. Click hereTo learn more about rights, resources in your community, etc.
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National Runaway Safeline
Need someone to talk to...Click here. Here to listen. Here to help.
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Safe Place| TXT 4 HELP
TXT 4 HELP is a nationwide, 24-hour text-for-support service for teens in a crisis. Click here for more information.
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YearUP
It gives you hands-on training, real-world corporate access, a six-month internship, and unparalleled support. Seize Opportunity: We encourage you to fill out our Interest Form (click on the link seize opportunity) to get started, Click here to learn more about YearUP.
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Finding Meals for Kids When Schools are Closed
Click on the links below for available sites:
- North Texas Food Bank | Mobile Pantry
- Catholic Charities Dallas| Mobile Pantry
- USDA National Hunger Clearinghouse
- State benefit programs help people with little or no money who are in need Click here to learn more about it.
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Texas Workforce Young Adult Services
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas offers young adults opportunities that support, motivate and prepare for continuing educational achievements, successful transition into adulthood and long-term success in employment. Click here to learn more about TXWorkforce Young Adult Services.
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Youth Experiencing Homelessness: Rights & Eligibility
Click here to learn what the eligible students' rights are.
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Promise House
Promise House moves youth in crisis toward safety and success.Click here for more information.
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How to Protect Yourself & Others From COVID-19
Click here for some tips and resources on how to protect yourself and others from Covid-19.