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1335 Franklin Grove Road
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-7722
FAX (815) 284-8576

Dixon High School
300 Lincoln Statue Drive
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-7723
FAX (815) 284-4297

Reagan Middle School
620 Division Street
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-7725
FAX (815) 284-1711

Jefferson Elementary
800 Fourth Avenue
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-7724
FAX (815) 284-0435

Lincoln Elementary
501 Lincoln Avenue
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-7726
FAX (815) 284-1305

Washington Elementary
703 East Morgan Street
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-7727
FAX (815) 284-0440

LCSEA
1335 Franklin Grove Road
Dixon, IL 61021
(815) 284-6651
FAX (815) 284-9680
Homeless Information Print
Written by Margo Empen   
Sunday, February 22 2009 05:15

Working to eliminate barriers for homeless children and ensuring a free, appropriate public education.

Who is homeless?  Anyone who, due to a lack of housing, lives:

  • In a shelter
  • In a motel
  • In a vehicle
  • In a campground
  • On the street
  • Doubled up with relatives or friends

Where can homeless children and youth attend school?

 

  • The school in which the child or youth was last enrolled (school of origin).
  • The school in the attendance area where the child or youth is temporarily living.

     

    What is needed to enroll a student in Dixon Public Schools?

    • Parents, guardians, or caregivers should go to the appropriate school to get the child enrolled immediately.
    • If a child is enrolled in Dixon Public Schools, contact the building representative listed below to let them know of your current circumstances.
    • School personnel will work with you to obtain the necessary documents needed for Illinois public school students. NO student will be denied access for not having appropriate documentation.

    Can students experiencing homelessness be denied enrollment if the parent/guardian does not have proof of residency?
    • No. The parent/guardian will sign an affidavit stating that the family is staying in temporary accommodations. 

    What if the parent/guardian does not have the school records for a child experiencing homelessness?

    • The child/youth will be enrolled in school until the records arrive.
    • Our school nurses will work to obtain the student's immunization records from the previous school or wherever they may be located.
    • School secretaries will work to obtain the student?s transcript information from the previous school.

    This is a difficult and unpredictable time in the life of homeless youth and families. We will do everything we can to make sure the education of your child remains constant.
    Click the Name to email that person
    District Homeless Liaison (Grades K-12)
    Phone: 284-7722 extension 5107
    Mrs. Margo Empen    		Washington Elementary (Grades K-1)
    Phone: 284-7727
    Principal: Mr. Dan Rick
    School Social Worker: Mrs. Pam Maas
    Secretary: Mrs. Nancy Wadsworth    		Lincoln Elementary (Grades 2-3)
    Phone: 284-7726
    Principal: Mr. Dave Suarez
    School Counselor: Mrs. Shari Eddinger
    Secretary: Mrs. Betty Leslie
    Jefferson Elementary (Grade 4)
    Phone: 284-7724
    Principal: Mr. Jeff Gould
    School Social Worker: Mrs. Michelle Spinden
    Secretary: Mrs. Jane Gascoigne    		Reagan Middle School (Grades 5-8)
    Phone: 284-7725
    Principal: Mr. Andy Bullock
    School Counselor for grades 5 & 6: Mrs. Deanna Dreoge
    School Counselor for grades 7 & 8: Mrs. Eva Langloss
    Secretary: Mrs. Adona Zimmerman    		Dixon High School (Grades 9-12)
    Phone: 284-7723
    Principal: Mr. Mike Grady
    School Counselor: Mrs. Barb Hermes
    School Counselor: Mr. Steve Hodson
    School Counselor: Ms. Paula Durband
    Secretary: Mrs. Linda Loescher

     
     

    Dixon Public Schools, in cooperation with the community, will provide students with a comprehensive educational program that produces well-educated, self-sufficient, and involved citizens.