Education

“We strive to break the cycle of homelessness by working with schools, parents, and kids.”

For education coordinator, Quinn Soto, education means many things.

GED prep. Uniforms. Parenting classes. Tutoring. Transportation. IEP navigation. Attendance concerns. Technical training programs. Daycare subsidies. And so much more. Whether it’s a parent who wants to go back to school or a teen who needs working papers from the school district – Quinn has resources to help.

The Families Forward Philadelphia Education Department works to support the youth and adults in the Family Residence and Community Supportive Housing Program to achieve educational goals. Quinn focuses on community building within the shelter through events and activities he holds.

One of the main goals of the education department is to ensure that families are provided with information on the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, which ensures the rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness. Children and youth experiencing homelessness must be provided with appropriate public education including transportation, uniforms, supplies, and enrollment.