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Sex Trafficking of Minors: How to Recognize and Respond to the Trafficking of Students

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Cover page of the NCHE brief titled "Sex Trafficking of Minors: How to Recognize and Respond to the Trafficking of Students," featuring a black-and-white photo of hands typing on a laptop and the NCHE logo.

Sex Trafficking of Minors: How to Recognize and Respond to the Trafficking of Students

This brief provides context on the issue of sex trafficking of minors, specifically youth experiencing homelessness, and includes an overview of relevant policies. The brief includes an overview of the factors and dynamics of sex trafficking, including common risk factors and offers recommended strategies for practitioners to prevent and respond to situations involving the exploitation of minors.

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Date Published: July 2023

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McKinney-Vento 101: Understanding and Implementing the Law

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Title slide reading "McKinney-Vento 101: Understanding and Implementing the Law," Wednesday, September 9, 2026 PM ET, presented by NCHE staff, with the U.S. Department of Education seal and National Center for Homeless Education logo on a dark blue background.

McKinney-Vento 101: Understanding and Implementing the Law

In this webinar, practitioners will strengthen their foundational knowledge of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and learn back-to-basics strategies to identify and support children and youth experiencing homelessness (CYEH).

By watching this webinar, viewers will be able to:

  • describe the purpose and key principles of subtitle VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, including the definition of homelessness and the rights of eligible students;
  • identify CYEH using appropriate tools and strategies, and ensure their immediate enrollment and access to services; and
  • describe the role and responsibilities of the state coordinator and local liaisons.

Presenters: NCHE Staff
Date recorded: September 2026
Length: 1 hour and 29 minutes

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Maximizing Credit Accrual and High School Completion for Students Experiencing Homelessness

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Cover page of an NCHE brief titled "Maximizing Credit Accrual and High School Completion for Students Experiencing Homelessness," featuring the NCHE logo, a photo of a graduating student, an overview of the brief's contents, and the McKinney-Vento Act's definition of homelessness.

Maximining Credit Accrual and High School Completion for Students Experiencing Homelessness

This NCHE brief explains the key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act for supporting students experiencing homelessness in achieving high school completion. This brief also addresses key Title I, Part A provisions under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act related to dropout prevention and credit accrual for students experiencing homelessness. Finally, the brief provides practical guidance and promising practices for state and local education agencies, including awarding partial credit, using alternative learning formats, and using data to identify students at risk of not completing high school.

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Date Published: May 2026

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McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determinations: Understanding Substandard Housing

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Webinar announcement from the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE): McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determinations: Understanding Substandard Housing scheduled for Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 2:00-3:30 PM ET, presented by NCHE staff.

McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determinations: Understanding Substandard Housing

In this webinar, practitioners strengthen their expertise in applying eligibility determinations under Subtitle VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act for children and youth experiencing homelessness residing in substandard housing. By watching this webinar, viewers will:

  • apply the definition of homelessness under Subtitle VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Act to determine if substandard housing living arrangements meet eligibility criteria;
  • utilize strategic questioning techniques to gather information necessary for eligibility determinations;
  • apply webinar concepts to scenario-based walkthroughs to help solidify learnings; and
  • document eligibility decisions using statutory language, guidance, and case-specific factors.  

Presenters: NCHE Staff
Date recorded: May 2026
Length: 1 hour and 27 minutes

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Updated Doubled Up Recorded Webinar

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Webinar title slide for "McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determinations: Understanding Doubled-Up Living Arrangements," hosted by the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE), Wednesday April 22, 2026, 2:00-3:00 PM ET. Includes logo for NCHE and U.S. Department of Education.

McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determinations: Understanding Doubled-Up Living Arrangements

In this webinar, practitioners deepen their understanding of doubled-up living situations and improve their ability to accurately determine McKinney-Vento eligibility for students in shared housing arrangements.

By watching this webinar, viewers will:

  • apply the definition of homelessness under Subtitle VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Act to determine if doubled-up living arrangements meet eligibility criteria,
  • utilize strategic questioning techniques to gather the necessary information to make eligibility determinations,
  • navigate complex scenarios involving doubled-up arrangements, and
  • document eligibility decisions using statutory language, guidance, and case-specific factors.

Presenters: NCHE Staff
Date recorded: April 2026
Length: 1 hour and 25 minutes

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Enrolling Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in School

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Cover page of the NCHE brief titled "Enrolling Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in School," featuring the McKinney-Vento Act's definition of homelessness and an introduction to school enrollment rights and barriers.

Enrolling Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in School

This NCHE brief describes the common enrollment barriers faced by children and youth experiencing homelessness (CYEH), summarizes the key school enrollment provisions in Subtitle VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, and provides strategies to ensure immediate enrollment and full participation for CYEH. The brief is organized around the four topics: enrollment barriers, immediate enrollment, school selection, and full participation in school.

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Date Published: April 2026

Supporting the Education of Unaccompanied Students Experiencing Homelessness

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Infographic from the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) titled "Supporting the Education of Unaccompanied Youth Experiencing Homelessness." The graphic describes barriers faced by unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness and outlines strategies and supports under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. It also summarizes the law's definition of homeless children and youth, including those living in shared housing, motels, shelters, cars, and other unstable situations.

Supporting the Education of Unaccompanied Students Experiencing Homelessness

This brief provides an overview of the educational needs, rights, and supports for unaccompanied youth experiencing homelessness under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. The brief explains common pathways that lead youth to become unaccompanied, outlines the legal protections that ensure unaccompanied youths access to public education, and describes the role of schools and local liaisons in identifying and supporting this student population. It also offers practical strategies and considerations for educators and service providers to improve identification, school stability, and educational success for unaccompanied youth.

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Date Published: May 2025

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Education of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in the United States: Data Summary for School Years 2021-22 to 2023-24

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Education of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in the United States: Data Summary for School Years 2021-22 to 2023-24

The Education of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in the United States: Data Summary for School Years 2021-22 to 2023-24 presents national and state-level data on children and youth experiencing homelessness (CYEH) across three school years. The report examines trends in CYEH enrollment, demographic characteristics, housing situations, subgroup data, chronic absenteeism rates, early childhood homelessness, and graduation outcomes.

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Date Published: February 2026

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In School Every Day: Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Among Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness

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Title slide with a blue and teal geometric background featuring the U.S. Department of Education seal and the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) logo at the top left. Large white text reads, "In School Every Day: Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Among Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness." Smaller yellow text at the bottom states, "We'll begin momentarily. Feel free to say hello in the chat."

In School Every Day: Addressing Chronic Absenteeism Among Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness

In this webinar, presenters will explore evidence-based strategies to prevent and address chronic absenteeism among children and youth experiencing homelessness (CYEH) at the student and system levels.

By watching this webinar viewers will:

  • have a clear understanding of chronic absenteeism, including its effects on CYEH and, more broadly, schools, and LEAs;
  • be aware of key strategies to address chronic absenteeism among all students (multi-tiered approach) and CYEH specifically, including the role of data in informing efforts and how to access relevant data; and
  • learn from a practitioner spotlight about their experiences in addressing chronic absenteeism among CYEH.

Presenters: NCHE Staff; Student Engagement and Attendance Technical Assistance Center (SEAC); and Count Me In! Midcoast Youth Center, and Regional School Unit 1 (Maine)
Date recorded: February 25, 2026
Length: 1 hour and 28 minutes

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Student Homelessness in America: School Years 2019-20 to 2021-22

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Student Homelessness in America: School Years 2019-20 to 2021-22

This report provides a summary of demographic data collected by the McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program. The report includes an examination of data collected for the 2019-20, 2020-21, and 2021-22 school years. The report provides enrollment totals for students experiencing homelessness, primary nighttime residence at the point of identification, subgroup demographics, and race/ethnicity.

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Published 2025

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