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WA’s school funding system is failing students in poverty & those experiencing homelessness. Less than 3% of state education funds support these students—despite greater barriers to learning. It’s time to fund based on need, not property values. Read on: bit.ly/3XFj1vl

Happening this Thursday! Join us for Equity in Education: From Research to Action to explore how research and data shape K-12 policies for students experiencing homelessness. 📅 Thursday, April 3 | 12:30 PM (PDT) 💻 Virtual – Register Now! bit.ly/3XXmzsR

NEW REPORT: WA student homelessness hit a record high—42,436 in 2022–23. 📉 Just 24% proficient in English 📉 Only 15% in Math The crisis is clear. Solutions exist. But funding falls short. #WAleg must act now. Get the report: bit.ly/WA-K12outcomes #StudentHomelessness

.League of Education Voters (LEV) - now on Bluesky webinar ICYMI - See the latest research on student #homelessness in WA state and how data-driven insights can drive meaningful policy change. Watch now. bit.ly/equity_in_educ… Building Changes Chapin Hall Raikes Foundation Neal Morton The Hechinger Report WA State OSPI #WAedu

Clark County saw 2,502 students experiencing homelessness in 2022–23—a sharp rise revealed in our latest report. An article in The Columbian highlights how this crisis is unfolding locally—and what’s at stake if vital programs are cut. 🔗 Read & share : bit.ly/42bJYbi

HSSP. WYFF. HPDF. These programs support students & families experiencing housing instability, and they’re AT RISK. This op-ed by Joseph Alonzo in the @everettherald is a must-read. WA can't afford to lose these vital resources. 🔗 bit.ly/4j8jbnN #WAleg #EndHomelessness

📉 Without disaggregated data, the unique needs of unhoused students stay hidden. Our latest report reveals the academic gaps & barriers they face—and offers solutions rooted in equity. 🔗Get the report: bit.ly/WA-K12outcomes #HomelessStudents #EdEquity #WAedu #DataDriven

Spokane showed up! 💛 We gathered with partners from the Office of Homeless Youth, Mujeres in Action, Volunteers of America, Eastern Washington, + HSSP orgs to connect, share laughs, and build community. It’s powerful when folks doing this work can come together in person. Here’s to deeper partnerships!

📊 WA reported 42,436 homeless students in 2023 — 3.8% of the total student population. Tacoma served the most, with over 2,600 students supported & an 83.2% grad rate among them — just 10% below their peers. More via The Chronicle: bit.ly/3YEG0XQ #WAed #StudentSupport

Daniel, Miranda & Mehret joined Housing Development Consortium of Seattle-King Co. 17th Annual Celebration of Affordable Housing! 🏡💙 From devs to architects to public agencies, HDC members work together to address the critical need for affordable housing in our region. #AffordableHousing #Seattle #HousingMatters

Big thanks to everyone who joined our Communities of Practice in Seattle! We connected, collaborated, and worked through barriers to better serve students & families facing housing instability. Thanks to HSSP, HSSeP, OHY grantees & partners at OSPI! #StudentSupport

Tomorrow is #GiveBIG! A chance to support the nonprofits helping WA’s communities. Help us advance equitable, lasting solutions to youth + family homelessness—and double your impact! All gifts matched up to $10K! Donate: 👉 bit.ly/3UPFeFV #GiveBIG #EndHomelessness

#GiveBIG is here! We’re raising $10K to fight youth + family homelessness in WA—and every gift is matched! Support effective solutions and advance housing equity. 💙 Your support makes a BIG difference - give today and double your impact! bit.ly/3UPFeFV #GiveBIG

It's the final stretch of #GiveBIG, but there’s still time to double your impact with our $ for $ match! Support housing stability and effective policies for WA's children & families. Together, we're building stronger, thriving communities! 💙Give today: bit.ly/3UPFeFV

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who gave during #GiveBIG! 💙 Your generosity expands access to housing and support for children, youth & families across WA—helping build a future where all can thrive. We’re grateful to be in this work with you! #ThankYou #EndHomelessness

👏 Shoutout to our own Miranda Vargas and her work on Build2Lead’s POWER Council! Their latest report uplifts community voices in NW WA and calls out barriers in health care: bias, cost, and lack of representation. #CommunityPower. Read their report: bit.ly/4dlECzn

📢 WA educators + community orgs! If you support students experiencing homelessness, check out our upcoming trainings: 🔗 bit.ly/bc-trainings 🗓️ May 29: Navigating the Housing System 🗓️ June 9: Know Your Rights: Discipline Training 🗓️ June 11: Trauma-Informed Care

Shout out to our HSSP partners ADWAS for their powerful work supporting Deaf and DeafBlind survivors of violence. Their trauma-informed housing, mental health, and education programs help families heal and thrive. Learn more: adwas.org💙 #HSSP #DeafAccess

📊 WA reported 42,436 homeless students in 2023 — 3.8% of the total student population. Tacoma served the most, with over 2,600 students supported & an 83.2% grad rate among them — just 10% below their peers. More via Tacoma News Tribune: bit.ly/3T9TeZv #WAed

After 7 years with Building Changes, ED Daniel Narváez Zavala is stepping down July 1 to join Washington State Department of Commerce. He leaves a strong org, deep impact, & a mission still moving forward. Read the full announcement: buildingchanges.org/a-moment-of-tr… #Homelessness #Leadership #WAState #Equity