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Board accepts $61,950 subgrant to fund education advocate at Malone Center; staff explains role
Summary
Lancaster County accepted a $61,950 subgrant from the Nebraska Crime Commission to support an education advocate at the Malone Center. County staff said the advocate helps families and youth navigate school systems, including support for IEPs and 504 plans.
The Lancaster County Board of Commissioners on July 14 accepted a $61,950 subgrant and special conditions from the Nebraska Crime Commission to support an education advocate position at the Malone Center.
Leslie Arons of Lincoln-Lancaster County Human Services explained that Derek Jones will serve as the educational advocate, helping families and youth bridge communication gaps with the school system. Arons said the advocate "works with families and youth in the community to help bridge the gap, mostly communication gaps between families and the school system," and cited assistance with 504 plans and individualized education programs (IEPs) as common tasks.
The board moved and seconded acceptance of the subgrant and approved it by roll call. Commissioners did not ask substantive follow-up questions beyond the program description, and staff said the advocate role will provide direct family support, in-home services and assistance applying for benefits such as Medicaid when appropriate.
The approval allows the Malone Center to continue or expand education navigation services for families involved with diversion and related youth programs.
