Lack of Housing Drives Record Number of Homeless Students in Calabasas

**Calabasas, Calif.** – The number of homeless students in the Calabasas Unified School District has reached a record high, according to the district’s latest Homeless Education Report..

The report, which was presented to the school board at its meeting on Tuesday, found that there are currently 120 homeless students in the district, up from 95 last year. This represents an increase of 26%..

The majority of the homeless students in Calabasas are living in motels or hotels, followed by living in cars or on the streets. The report also found that the number of homeless families in the district has increased, from 45 last year to 60 this year..

The increase in homelessness among students in Calabasas is part of a larger trend in Los Angeles County, where the number of homeless students has increased by 40% in the past three years..

The Calabasas Unified School District is providing a variety of services to support its homeless students, including food and clothing assistance, tutoring, and counseling. The district is also working with local organizations to provide housing for homeless families..

Despite the efforts of the school district and other organizations, the number of homeless students in Calabasas continues to grow. This is due to a number of factors, including the high cost of housing in the area, the lack of affordable housing, and the growing number of families who are living in poverty..

The Calabasas Unified School District is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all of its students, including those who are homeless. The district is working to address the root causes of homelessness in the community and to provide the necessary services to help homeless students succeed in school..

**Here are some additional resources for homeless students in Calabasas:**.

* The Los Angeles County Department of Social Services provides a variety of services to homeless families, including food assistance, housing assistance, and case management..

* The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority provides a variety of services to homeless individuals, including food assistance, housing assistance, and counseling..

* The Calabasas Unified School District provides a variety of services to homeless students, including food and clothing assistance, tutoring, and counseling..

**If you are a homeless student or family, please contact your school district or the Los Angeles County Department of Social Services for assistance.**.

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