Data and Donuts: CDE Homeless Education Data Office Hours

Deepening Youth Civic Engagement Through CTE, Community Schools, and the State Seal of Civic Engagement

As LEAs advance equity, belonging, and meaningful student engagement, the State Seal of Civic Engagement (SSCE) offers a practical pathway to connect civic learning with real-world impact — especially for students experiencing instability. This Data & Donuts session shares PLUS action research and practitioner insights from West Contra Costa Unified School District, highlighting Y-PLAN partnerships, applied civic projects, and aligned career and technical education (CTE), Community Schools, and SSCE strategies that elevate applied learning, lived experience, and community impact. | View recording (Recorded 5/14/2026) | Download handouts

Designing Transportation Systems That Work for Highly Mobile Youth

Transportation is a critical yet under-resourced support for students experiencing homelessness and housing instability. This Data & Donuts session shares early PLUS research and state and national best practices for free and reduced-cost transportation that improves school access, attendance, and stability for highly mobile youth. The session highlights policy-aligned, district-ready strategies and coordination approaches relevant to California districts/charter schools and HETAC priorities. | View recording (Recorded 4/16/2026) | Download handouts

Reducing Climate-Driven Displacement Through Student-Informed Planning

Climate-related events are increasingly disrupting housing stability, school continuity, and student well-being, creating displacement risks that extend beyond economic causes alone. This Data & Donuts session shares early PLUS research and statewide survey findings on how districts are strengthening preparedness by engaging students as partners in climate resilience, wellness, and recovery planning while centering families experiencing homelessness. | View recording (Recorded 3/25/2026) | Download handouts

John Burton Advocates for Youth (JBAY) Presentation on CalKids and SB 640

Join presenters to learn learn about two statewide initiatives designed to reduce barriers to postsecondary access and completion: 1.) California's CalKIDS child savings account program, which provides automatic seed deposits and additional funds to eligible students, including those experiencing homelessness, to support their future education. 2.) SB 640 (Direct Admission to CSU), which is a new policy that guarantees eligible students' admission to participating CSU campuses, simplifying the pathway from high school to college. | View recording (Recorded 2/25/2026) | Download handouts

Homeless Education and the Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS)

Join presenters to learn how the Consolidated Application and Reporting System (CARS) supports McKinney-Vento Act requirements and the role of homeless liaisons in accurate reporting. We'll review key homeless education data areas, including training, board policy, housing questionnaire usage, and Title I. | View recording (Recorded 1/15/2026) | Download handouts

Statewide Survey Data, Healthy Kids Survey Data, and A Data Toolkit

Join presenters to explore current data on the health and well-being of California's youth experiencing homelessness, as well as where to access similar state and local data. Presenters also review results from a statewide survey of homeless education liaisons to understand current needs, successes, and challenges in supporting students and families experiencing homelessness. Presenters also provide a toolbox of videos and Google Folders to help navigate the many aspects of data tied to students experiencing homelessness. | View recording (Recorded 12/17/2025) | Download handouts