The document discusses homelessness among children in the United States. It notes that the number of homeless students has increased rapidly in recent years across both urban and rural areas. Homeless children face many challenges, as they are more likely to experience food insecurity, learning disabilities, mental health issues, and developmental delays compared to housed low-income children. However, the document emphasizes that schools can help foster resilience in homeless children by providing them a sense of belonging, linking their families to support services, and ensuring access to academic resources.