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Learning Objectives
Identify key legal mandates, including the McKinney-Vento Act and the Every Student Succeeds Act, that impact service delivery to homeless and foster care youth.
Explain strategies for ethically supporting immigrant families in schools, including awareness of immigration-related policies affecting educational access.
Evaluate the ethical and legal considerations related to confidentiality and advocacy when working with LGBTQ+ students in schools.
Apply culturally competent, trauma-informed interventions to address the needs of students experiencing homelessness, immigration challenges, LGBTQ+ identity issues, or involvement with child welfare systems.
Analyze the intersection of professional ethics, legal mandates, and current legislation in guiding school social work practice with vulnerable populations.