Homelessness is a complex and layered phenomenon, but schools can be effective in reducing its educational consequences. Schools currently are not doing enough. The next step is to consider the services that are needed for students as they arrive on the school campus. Taking care of homeless children in school systems involves seven provisos: Developing awareness about homelessness and homeless children and youth; attending to basic needs; creating an effective instructional program; developing a stable and supportive environment; providing additional supports; collaborating with other agencies and organizations; and promoting parent involvement. (Contains 1 figure.)