Fresno Unified and teachers union join forces to put a roof over families’ heads
Fresno Unified School District and the local teachers union are paying for a program that has housed 20 families. The families are also offered classes and resources to help them get better jobs and more stability. The district says the program is boo
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Show Notes
Fresno Unified School District and the local teachers union are paying for a program that has housed 20 families. The families are also offered classes and resources to help them get better jobs and more stability.
The district says the program is boosting students' attendance, grades and overall wellbeing.
Guests:
- Andrés Rodríguez, district liaison for students experiencing foster care and homelessness, Fresno Unified School District
- Lasherica Thornton, reporter, EdSource
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