Utah lawmakers mull request for $2.5M to build school-based centers for homeless teens

Existing centers in the state often offer academic resources, as well as food and other basic needs.

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) East High School is among a handful of high schools in Utah that have opened a center with resources for homeless students. Now, Rep. Steve Eliason, R-Sandy, is hoping the state will provide $2.5 million in funding to help other schools build similar centers.

Utah lawmakers mull request for $2.5M to build school-based centers for homeless teens

Existing centers in the state often offer academic resources, as well as food and other basic needs.

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