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Recognitions and Resolutions |
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Subject:
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14.1 Review and Potential Approval of Resolution 19/20-28 Declaring November 2019 as Homeless Youth Awareness Month |
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LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan) Goal:
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Goal 3: Parents, family, and community will be informed, engaged and empowered as partners with Mt. Diablo Unified to support student learning and achievement.
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Enclosure:
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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The Mt. Diablo Unified School District along with various organizations nationwide have declared November as Homeless Youth Awareness Month. According to the U.S. Department of Education, homeless youth are defined as youth who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence.
In 2018 California Schools reported 246,296 students as homeless or living in unstable conditions. Mt. Diablo is recognizing November as Homeless Youth Awareness Month and recognizes the unique needs of youth experiencing homelessness to increase both awareness of the issue and their commitment to helping these young people succeed, despite their circumstances. |
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Recommendation
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Move to approve Resolution 19/20-28 Declaring November 2019 as Homeless Youth Awareness Month. |
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Approvals:
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Emily Eberhardt - Sr. Administrative Executive Assistant to the Superintendent |
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Signed By: |
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Robert Martinez - Superintendent |
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member Brian Lawrence Moved, Member Debra Mason seconded to approve the Original motion 'Move to approve Resolution 19/20-28 Declaring November 2019 as Homeless Youth Awareness Month.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 5 Nay: 0. | | The motion Carried 5 - 0 | | | | | Linda Mayo | Yes | | Joanne Durkee | Yes | | Brian Lawrence | Yes | | Debra Mason | Yes | | Cherise Khaund | Yes | |
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