Policies & Procedures
Federal Programs
The federal government offers Linwood Public Charter School multiple grants to ensure all students have a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. Services are also provided to administrators, teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the community at large.
For questions, contact: Cassaundra Anderson, Federal Grants Coordinator canderson@linwoodcharter.org
For questions, contact: Cassaundra Anderson, Federal Grants Coordinator canderson@linwoodcharter.org
Title I – Part A
Improving Basic Programs
Foster Care
To ensure that students in foster care experience minimal educational disruption as the result of foster care placement and receive the same opportunities as their peers to develop the skills necessary to be successful in school and life.
McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Students and Youth Program
Provides support services to students experiencing homelessness; creates greater awareness and sensitivity of Linwood Public Charter School staff about ways to identify students who may be experiencing homelessness; and provides additional services to these students to increase their chances for academic success.
Parent and Family Engagement
Parent and family engagement include regular, two-way, and meaningful communication involving student academic learning and other school activities. Family-school collaboration is a cooperative process of planning that brings together Linwood Public Charter School staff, parents, students, and community members to maximize resources for students’ achievement and development.
Title II – Part A
Supporting Effective Instruction
The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase student academic achievement consistent with challenging State academic standards, improve the quality and effectiveness of educators, increase the number of educators who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools, and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective educators.
Title IV – Part A
Student Support and Academic Enrichments Grants
The purpose of Title IV, Part A is to improve students’ academic achievement by providing all students with access to a well-rounded education, improving school conditions for student learning, and improving the use of technology in order to improve academic achievement and digital literacy of all students.
Title IX
Below is important public information regarding Title IX.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Programs
The purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is to ensure all students with disabilities are provided a free appropriate public education including special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs. This includes, but is not limited to, protecting the rights of students with disabilities and their families; providing tools to improve educational results for students with disabilities by supporting system improvement activities, and supporting personnel preparation.
Policies & Procedures
Federal Programs
The federal government offers Linwood Public Charter School multiple grants to ensure all students have a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. Services are also provided to administrators, teachers, support staff, students, parents, and the community-at-large.
For questions, contact: Cassaundra Anderson, Federal Grants Coordinator canderson@linwoodcharter.org
For questions, contact: Cassaundra Anderson, Federal Grants Coordinator canderson@linwoodcharter.org
Title I – Part A
Improving Basic Programs
Foster Care
To ensure that students in foster care experience minimal educational disruption as the result of foster care placement and receive the same opportunities as their peers to develop the skills necessary to be successful in school and life.
McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Students and Youth Program
Provides support services to students experiencing homelessness; creates greater awareness and sensitivity of Linwood Public Charter School staff about ways to identify students who may be experiencing homelessness; and provides additional services to these students to increase their chances for academic success.
Parent and Family Engagement
Parent and family engagement include regular, two-way, and meaningful communication involving student academic learning and other school activities. Family-school collaboration is a cooperative process of planning that brings together Linwood Public Charter School staff, parents, students, and community members to maximize resources for students’ achievement and development.
Title II – Part A
Supporting Effective Instruction
The purpose of Title II, Part A is to increase student academic achievement consistent with challenging State academic standards, improve the quality and effectiveness of educators, increase the number of educators who are effective in improving student academic achievement in schools, and provide low-income and minority students greater access to effective educators.
Title IV – Part A
Student Support and Academic Enrichments Grants
The purpose of Title IV, Part A is to improve students’ academic achievement by providing all students with access to a well-rounded education, improving school conditions for student learning, and improving the use of technology in order to improve academic achievement and digital literacy of all students.
Title IX
Below is important public information regarding Title IX.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Programs
The purpose of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is to ensure all students with disabilities are provided a free appropriate public education including special education and related services designed to meet their unique needs. This includes, but is not limited to, protecting the rights of students with disabilities and their families; providing tools to improve educational results for students with disabilities by supporting system improvement activities, and supporting personnel preparation.
Homeless Education Policy
Download Homeless
Education Policy
Education Policy
DOE Title VII Homeless
Assistance Act Referral Form
Assistance Act Referral Form
Linwood Public Charter School shall provide an educational environment that treats all students with dignity and respect. Every homeless student shall have access to the same free and appropriate educational opportunities.
This commitment to the educational rights of homeless children, youth, and unaccompanied youth, applies to all services, programs, and activities provided or made available.
A student may be considered eligible for services as a “Homeless Child or Youth” under the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act if he or she is presently living:
Immediate enrollment: Homeless children and youth will be immediately enrolled in school, with or without required documentation (including immunization). School Personnel will use their best efforts to assist the family in attaining required records at a later date, if necessary (and/or assisting the child in obtaining required immunizations). Documentation and immunization records cannot serve as a barrier to enrollment in school.
School Selection: McKinney Vento eligible students have a right to select from the following schools:
Participate in programs: Children will not be separated from the mainstream school environment on the basis of living status. They will participate in programs for which they are eligible, including Title I tutoring programs, National School Lunch Program, etc.
Transportation Services: A McKinney-Vento eligible student attending his/her School of Origin has a right to transportation to and from the School of Origin.
Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement with school officials about enrollment, transportation, or fair treatment of a homeless child or youth, a complaint may be filed with the LEA office. It must respond and attempt to resolve the dispute. During the dispute, the student will be enrolled and provided transportation until the matter is resolved. The Homeless Liaison will assist the family in the decision-making process, provide notice of any appeal process, and assist the completion of any dispute forms.
In accordance with Title X, Part C, Section 722(g) LPCS, liaison for homeless children and youth, shall ensure:
For more information, contact Talya Scroggins at tscroggins@inwoodcharter.org.
This commitment to the educational rights of homeless children, youth, and unaccompanied youth, applies to all services, programs, and activities provided or made available.
A student may be considered eligible for services as a “Homeless Child or Youth” under the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act if he or she is presently living:
- In a Shelter - Student living in temporary shelters (Ex.) Homeless Shelter, Domestic Violence Shelter, Transitional Housing Programs, or Temporary Foster Care Placements
- Doubled Up - Student temporarily sharing the housing of other persons (Friends or Relatives) due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason
- Unsheltered - Student living in abandoned buildings, campgrounds and vehicles, inadequate trailer parks, bus and train stations substandard housing or abandoned in the hospital
- In a Hotel/Motel - Student temporarily living in a hotel or motel due to lack of alternate adequate accommodations
Immediate enrollment: Homeless children and youth will be immediately enrolled in school, with or without required documentation (including immunization). School Personnel will use their best efforts to assist the family in attaining required records at a later date, if necessary (and/or assisting the child in obtaining required immunizations). Documentation and immunization records cannot serve as a barrier to enrollment in school.
School Selection: McKinney Vento eligible students have a right to select from the following schools:
- The school he/she attended when permanently housed (School of Origin)
- The school in which he/she was last enrolled (School of Origin)
- The school in the attendance area in which the student currently resides (School of Residency)
Participate in programs: Children will not be separated from the mainstream school environment on the basis of living status. They will participate in programs for which they are eligible, including Title I tutoring programs, National School Lunch Program, etc.
Transportation Services: A McKinney-Vento eligible student attending his/her School of Origin has a right to transportation to and from the School of Origin.
Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement with school officials about enrollment, transportation, or fair treatment of a homeless child or youth, a complaint may be filed with the LEA office. It must respond and attempt to resolve the dispute. During the dispute, the student will be enrolled and provided transportation until the matter is resolved. The Homeless Liaison will assist the family in the decision-making process, provide notice of any appeal process, and assist the completion of any dispute forms.
In accordance with Title X, Part C, Section 722(g) LPCS, liaison for homeless children and youth, shall ensure:
- Homeless children and youths are identified by school personnel and through coordination activities with other entities and agencies;
- Homeless children and youths enroll in and have a full and equal opportunity to succeed in school of that local educational agency;
- Homeless families, children, and youths receive educational services for which such families, children and youths are eligible including preschool programs administered by the local educational agency, and referrals to health care services, dental services, mental health services, and other appropriate services;
- The parents or guardians of homeless children and youths are informed of the educational and related service opportunities available to their children and are provided with meaningful opportunities to participate in the education of their children;
- Public notice of the educational rights of homeless children and youths is disseminated where such children and youths receive services under this Act, such as schools, family shelters, and soup kitchens;
- Enrollment disputes are mediated; and
- Parents or guardians of a homeless child or youth, and any unaccompanied youth, is fully informed of all transportation services, including transportation to the school of origin, and is assisted in accessing transportation.
For more information, contact Talya Scroggins at tscroggins@inwoodcharter.org.
Homeless Education Policy
Download Homeless
Education Policy
Education Policy
DOE Title VII Homeless
Assistance Act Referral Form
Assistance Act Referral Form
Linwood Public Charter School shall provide an educational environment that treats all students with dignity and respect. Every homeless student shall have access to the same free and appropriate educational opportunities.
This commitment to the educational rights of homeless children, youth, and unaccompanied youth, applies to all services, programs, and activities provided or made available.
A student may be considered eligible for services as a “Homeless Child or Youth” under the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act if he or she is presently living:
Immediate enrollment: Homeless children and youth will be immediately enrolled in school, with or without required documentation (including immunization). School Personnel will use their best efforts to assist the family in attaining required records at a later date, if necessary (and/or assisting the child in obtaining required immunizations). Documentation and immunization records cannot serve as a barrier to enrollment in school.
School Selection: McKinney Vento eligible students have a right to select from the following schools:
Participate in programs: Children will not be separated from the mainstream school environment on the basis of living status. They will participate in programs for which they are eligible, including Title I tutoring programs, National School Lunch Program, etc.
Transportation Services: A McKinney-Vento eligible student attending his/her School of Origin has a right to transportation to and from the School of Origin.
Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement with school officials about enrollment, transportation, or fair treatment of a homeless child or youth, a complaint may be filed with the LEA office. It must respond and attempt to resolve the dispute. During the dispute, the student will be enrolled and provided transportation until the matter is resolved. The Homeless Liaison will assist the family in the decision-making process, provide notice of any appeal process, and assist the completion of any dispute forms.
In accordance with Title X, Part C, Section 722(g) LPCS, liaison for homeless children and youth, shall ensure:
For more information, contact Talya Scroggins at tscroggins@inwoodcharter.org.
This commitment to the educational rights of homeless children, youth, and unaccompanied youth, applies to all services, programs, and activities provided or made available.
A student may be considered eligible for services as a “Homeless Child or Youth” under the McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act if he or she is presently living:
- In a Shelter - Student living in temporary shelters (Ex.) Homeless Shelter, Domestic Violence Shelter, Transitional Housing Programs, or Temporary Foster Care Placements
- Doubled Up - Student temporarily sharing the housing of other persons (Friends or Relatives) due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason
- Unsheltered - Student living in abandoned buildings, campgrounds and vehicles, inadequate trailer parks, bus and train stations substandard housing or abandoned in the hospital
- In a Hotel/Motel - Student temporarily living in a hotel or motel due to lack of alternate adequate accommodations
Immediate enrollment: Homeless children and youth will be immediately enrolled in school, with or without required documentation (including immunization). School Personnel will use their best efforts to assist the family in attaining required records at a later date, if necessary (and/or assisting the child in obtaining required immunizations). Documentation and immunization records cannot serve as a barrier to enrollment in school.
School Selection: McKinney Vento eligible students have a right to select from the following schools:
- The school he/she attended when permanently housed (School of Origin)
- The school in which he/she was last enrolled (School of Origin)
- The school in the attendance area in which the student currently resides (School of Residency)
Participate in programs: Children will not be separated from the mainstream school environment on the basis of living status. They will participate in programs for which they are eligible, including Title I tutoring programs, National School Lunch Program, etc.
Transportation Services: A McKinney-Vento eligible student attending his/her School of Origin has a right to transportation to and from the School of Origin.
Dispute Resolution: In the event of a disagreement with school officials about enrollment, transportation, or fair treatment of a homeless child or youth, a complaint may be filed with the LEA office. It must respond and attempt to resolve the dispute. During the dispute, the student will be enrolled and provided transportation until the matter is resolved. The Homeless Liaison will assist the family in the decision-making process, provide notice of any appeal process, and assist the completion of any dispute forms.
In accordance with Title X, Part C, Section 722(g) LPCS, liaison for homeless children and youth, shall ensure:
- Homeless children and youths are identified by school personnel and through coordination activities with other entities and agencies;
- Homeless children and youths enroll in and have a full and equal opportunity to succeed in school of that local educational agency;
- Homeless families, children, and youths receive educational services for which such families, children and youths are eligible including preschool programs administered by the local educational agency, and referrals to health care services, dental services, mental health services, and other appropriate services;
- The parents or guardians of homeless children and youths are informed of the educational and related service opportunities available to their children and are provided with meaningful opportunities to participate in the education of their children;
- Public notice of the educational rights of homeless children and youths is disseminated where such children and youths receive services under this Act, such as schools, family shelters, and soup kitchens;
- Enrollment disputes are mediated; and
- Parents or guardians of a homeless child or youth, and any unaccompanied youth, is fully informed of all transportation services, including transportation to the school of origin, and is assisted in accessing transportation.
For more information, contact Talya Scroggins at tscroggins@inwoodcharter.org.