Sessions of 2025 Summer Conference: Rita Rodriguez
Rodriguez, Rita
Homeless Education Program Coordinator
Rita Rodriguez considers it a true honor to serve the great State as the Homeless Education Program Coordinator. This work is deeply personal to her, as she is the daughter of someone who experienced homelessness for most of his life. Her dedication to this cause is a heartfelt tribute to her father - a labor of love carried out in his memory. Rita has been serving in the Education field for over 25 years, and her experience as a McKinney-Vento Homeless Liaison for over a decade allows her to bring expertise to support the State of Arizona. She has held the prestigious titles of 2020 National McKinney-Vento Homeless Liaison of the Year, the 2019 Arizona Liaison of the Year 2019 (Arizona Housing Coalition) and 2019 Community Partner of the Year. As the Homeless Education Program Coordinator, she carries the responsibility of providing extensive and comprehensive information through professional learning, technical assistance, and program development. The primary focus of her work includes supporting all stakeholders in the State to ensure that children and youth experiencing homelessness are identified, to ensure positive comparable academic outcomes for children and youth experiencing homelessness through implementation of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
Sessions:
5266: Removing Barriers For Students Experiencing Homelessness (CANCELLED)
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Loews Ventana Canyon
- Administration
- School Counseling
Children and youths experiencing homelessness face many educational barriers. This session explores best practices for identifying and removing these barriers under the McKinney Vento Act. Learn how to identify McKinney Vento students, address barriers to attendance and success, and access resources to support these vulnerable students. Discover appropriate measures to take when aware of a student in need and how to obtain necessary support services. (ADE Sponsored)
