Enrolling Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in School
This NCHE brief explains the key provisions in the McKinney- Vento Act related to the school enrollment of students in homeless situations, including sections on enrollment barriers, immediate enrollment, school selection, and full participation in school. Each section also offers strategies for State Coordinators for Homeless Education, local homeless education liaisons, and school personnel to ensure the successful implementation of key provisions, so that students experiencing homelessness are enrolled in school immediately and connected to needed services.
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Enrolling Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in School.
Enrollment: Ready Reference for Schools (enrollment foldout)
This handy foldout booklet assists local homeless education liaisons and enrollment personnel in understanding the legal guidelines for the immediate school enrollment of children and youth experiencing homelessness. It explains the provisions of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act related to enrollment and suggests strategies for implementing enrollment procedures that comply with federal law. Its compact size and foldout format make it a great desktop reference.
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Immediate Enrollment Under McKinney-Vento: How Local Liaisons Can Keep Homeless Students Safe
Immediate Enrollment Under McKinney-Vento: How Schools Can Keep Homeless Students Safe