Once again students are facing the typical changes of the weather while heading to school. Fall brings changes in time zones, nasal congestion, nose blackheads, and traffic patterns when getting on the bus.Kids that get on buses at stops servicing shelters don't have the same support as 'sheltered' students. In most situations kids are from one parent homes meaning that mom usually has to watch younger siblings while Jane or John get off to the bus from the shelter breakfast line.
That means all the problems facing kids at bus stops...those problems at least double in risk for kids in shelters. Longer walks to bus stops. More likely to be monitored by pedophiles, drug dealers, or pimps.
If you know a kid who's sheltered in temporary housing, take the time to listen and let them know you care about their safety.
If you know of any children residing in shelters with problems riding Duval County Public School buses, please feel free to contact myself at www.homelessinjax.com. All information is kept confidential and is dealt directly with decision makers at higher levels.
For all of our kids sakes.
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