We met with Wendy Tamaki-Ogata from the LAUSD Homeless Education Program today and she informed us that homelessness among LAUSD's students continues to rise. Now more than ever before, parents are losing their jobs and their homes and many are living with friends or relatives, some in their cars. Many people may not realize that homelessness is defined by not having a permanent place to live. Those people who are staying with friends or family temporarily are indeed classified as homeless. This program is in dire need of donations, school uniforms and school supplies. For more information on how you can help, call (213) 765-2880.