School District Homeless Liaison Services - Minnesota Department of Education

Offers services to children and youth who are experiencing homelessness to ensure they receive appropriate public education and stability. Homeless liaisons and/or social workers are responsible for ensuring the educational stability and protecting the rights of students experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Each school district and charter school is required to have a designated District Homeless Liaison. The specific services available to students may vary by public school district and charter school. These services may include:

• Assistance with immediate school enrollment

• Free breakfast and lunch at school

• Information about available preschool programs

• Nutrition assistance

• Referrals to community resources, such as medical care, food, housing, mental health support, and other assistance

• Scholarships for school-related activities

• School supplies

• Transportation assistance

Visit the website for a list of District Homeless Liasons and the corresponding contact information by school: https://public.education.mn.gov/MdeOrgView/contact/contactsByContactType?contactRoleTypeCode=DHL

10/30/2025