This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to enhance the support for homeless children within the education system. It clarifies the responsibilities of attendance directors and their assistants, while also creating a new position for a homeless education coordinator in counties designated as urban by the state board. The bill outlines the qualifications for these coordinators and specifies their duties, which include identifying homeless children, ensuring their enrollment and access to educational opportunities, coordinating referrals to necessary services, and training school personnel on the rights and needs of homeless students.

Additionally, the bill removes the previous requirement for attendance directors to serve as liaisons for homeless children and youth, thereby streamlining their responsibilities. The new homeless education coordinator will take on these duties, ensuring a focused approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by homeless students. This legislation aims to improve educational outcomes for homeless children by providing dedicated resources and support within the school system.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-8-4, 18-8A-5