FAFSA and CADAA Office Hours with SchoolHouse Connection and John Burton Advocates for Youth

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025

Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m.

Description: Get support to help students complete their FAFSA/CADAA. Staff will answer questions and provide guidance for homeless youth eligibility and verification.

HETAC Webinar: Data and Donuts

Date: Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Time: 3 - 4:30 p.m.

Description: Join UCSF and HETAC for a session on the latest data about California youth experiencing homelessness. Learn where to access state and local data, review survey results from homeless education liaisons and explore a toolbox of videos and resources to support data-driven decision-making.

HETAC Webinar: Homeless Education 101: Foundations for Supporting Students Experiencing Homelessness

Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2025

Time: 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Description: Explores the unique challenges unaccompanied youth face under the McKinney-Vento Act and highlights effective strategies to support their educational stability and access to essential services.

Visit the HETAC Training and Event Webpage

Browse upcoming trainings and events for homeless education practitioners. Click events for details and registration. For COE Regional Meetings, see the HETAC Calendar or contact your HETAC Lead.

CA School Dashboard and DataQuest: 2024–25 EOY Data

Find the latest accountability, enrollment, and outcome data for the 2024–25 school year:

• CA School Dashboard
• Data Quest

Statewide Trends for Homeless Youth 2024–25

Check out the latest statewide data on homeless youth, now on the CDE website.

• CDE Homeless Youth Data

CALPADS Certification Deadlines

Fall 1: January 23, 2026 – official deadline for certifying Fall 1 data

Fall 2: February 27, 2026 – deadline for certifying Fall 2 data

Census Day enrollment data determine the Unduplicated Pupil Count (UPC) and Unduplicated Pupil Percentage (UPP), which affect 2025–26 LCFF supplemental and concentration grant funding.

• Data approved by December 12, 2025 will be used for the First Principal Apportionment (P1)
• Data approved by January 23, 2026 will be used for the Second Principal Apportionment (P2)

Any changes after these dates must be made through the local audit process.

CA Preschool Data Collection (CAPSDAC)

Beta testing has begun for the second version of the CA Preschool Data Collection (CAPSDAC) system for LEAs operating CA State Preschool Programs (CSPPs).

The system will launch in two phases:

1. Majority of data collection by July 2026
2. Remaining collection starting January 2027

Annual certification windows will follow the CALPADS schedule, with the first Fall certification window scheduled for October 2027 – January 2028.

Dates: March 18-20, 2026

Location: Town and County San Diego

Theme: Full Sail Ahead: Supporting Students Navigating Smooth and Stormy Waters

We’re excited to announce that registration for the California Homeless Education Conference is just around the corner! This annual event brings together educators, advocates, policymakers, and community leaders dedicated to improving educational access and outcomes for students experiencing homelessness. 

The conference provides practical strategies, policy updates, and inspiring stories to help professionals better serve vulnerable youth across California and beyond.

Important Dates to Remember: 

🎤 Speaker Registration Opens: December 1

👥 Attendee Registration Opens: December 8 - two full weeks to save!

⏰ Early Bird Registration Ends: December 21 at 11:59 pm PT               

Mark your calendar and take advantage of discounted rates before the deadline.

Together, we can make a difference in the lives of students experiencing homelessness. We look forward to seeing you at this impactful event!