Students Experiencing Homelessness
Homeless Student Services in Fort Atkinson
School districts in Wisconsin are required to provide children experiencing homelessness with access to the same educational opportunities as non-homeless children, including opportunities to meet the same challenging state academic standards.
If you are currently homeless and need assistance in providing new or continuing educational opportunities for your children, you may contact the School District of Fort Atkinson’s Homeless Liaison:
Lisa Hollenberger / Director of Special Education and Pupil Services
920-563-7804
Rights for homeless children in the School District of Fort Atkinson include:
The availability of a district liaison staff person
Immediate enrollment and school participation, even if you do not have access to educational and medical records
Transportation to and from school
Free breakfast and lunch
For more information, visit:
Education of Homeless Children and Youth
Information from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction.
Information for Homeless Families Brochure (English)
Information for Homeless Families Brochure (Spanish)
Brochure explaining our support of the education of children and youth living in a temporary or inadequate living situation due to a loss of housing.
Jefferson County Directory of Basic Services
The "Where to Find" guide for Financial Assistance, Food Assistance, Health Care, Housing Assistance, Legal Services, Transportation, Utilities and Energy.
Information about BadgerCare+ Health Services for needy families.
Resources