Overview of American Rescue Plan-Homeless Children and Youth Funds The American Rescue Plan Act (ARP), a COVID-19 relief act passed by Congress in 2021, provided Wisconsin with $10,097,813 in funding specifically dedicated to support the identification, enrollment, and school participation of children and youth experiencing homelessness, including through wrap-around services.| Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
The reported number of homeless students hit a high mark in Wisconsin’s public schools in the 2023-24 academic year, likely due to both an increase in family homelessness and improved identification of existing need. In light of these reports, school| wispolicyforum.org
Overview Federal funding is essential to support the diverse needs of Wisconsin's students, schools and libraries. These resources provide vital assistance for: Students with disabilities Economically disadvantaged families Youth mental health programs English learners Efforts to reduce class sizes Federal funding also plays a key role in initiatives expanding access to school meals to hungry kids, career and technical education opportunities, academic enrichment, and much more.| Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
