OUR MISSION

O.P.E.N. Doors and Fort Worth ISD strive to ensure a successful educational experience for students in homeless situations in the district by collaborating with parents, school personnel, and community resources to remove barriers, provide academic oppurtunities, and promote a healthy sense of self.

ARE YOU OR DO YOU KNOW A STUDENT WHO IS.....?

• Living in a motel
• Living in an emergency or transitional shelter
• Living in substandard housing
• Living in a car, park or public place
• Living in the home of friends or family due to eviction or economic hardship
• Living at a campground or inadequate trailer housing 

 SERVICES PROVIDED

• Assistance with school enrollment
• Transportation (to school of origin if desired)
• Tutoring
• Family counseling and parenting help
• Referrals to community agencies
• Free school meal program

All youth in Texas must attend school until they complete the academic year in which they turn 17; therefore, if you know a student who may qualify for services, please contact the student's school counselor for O.P.E.N. Doors.