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McKinney-Vento 101: Understanding and Implementing the Law

Written by Megan Atchison on . Posted in Uncategorized.

Title slide for an NCHE webinar titled "McKinney-Vento 101: Understanding and Implementing the Law," scheduled for Thursday, August 24, from 2:00-3:20 PM ET, presented by NCHE staff, with NCHE and U.S. Department of Education logos on a blue geometric background.

McKinney-Vento 101: Understanding and Implementing the Law

In this webinar, presenters will cover the practical “back-to-basics” strategies for implementation to effectively support children and youth experiencing homelessness (CYEH), examining the core pillars of McKinney-Vento implementation.

By watching this webinar, viewers will:

  • Be able to describe the purpose and main themes of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, including the definition of homelessness and rights of eligible students,
  • Learn how to identify CYEH using appropriate tools and strategies, and ensure their immediate enrollment and access to services, and
  • Explore best practices from the field, including collaborating with community partners.

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Length: 1 hour 20 minutes

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Understanding and Navigating the Federal Definitions of Homelessness

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Understanding and Navigating the Federal Definitions of Homelessness

In this webinar, presenters will explore the three federal definitions of homelessness that exist across federal statutes, including those used by programs administered by the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The webinar will highlight the NCHE resource Understanding and Navigating Federal Definitions of Homelessness issue brief. By attending this webinar, participants will:

  • Learn how relevant school and community partners can apply knowledge of federal definitions of homelessness in their daily work to support children and youth experiencing homelessness.  

Presenters: NCHE Staff
Date Recorded: September 19, 2025
Length: 40 minutes, 16 seconds

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View the NCHE brief, Understanding and Navigating the Federal Definitions of Homelessness

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Strengthening the Provision of Special Education Services for Children with Disabilities and their Families Experiencing Homelessness

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Intro slide to the NCHE webinar titled "Strengthening the Provision of Special Education Services for Children with Disabilities and their Families Experiencing Homelessness: Building Bridges between IDEA and McKinney-Vento," includes three images.

Strengthening the Provision of Special Education Services for Children with Disabilities and their Families Experiencing Homelessness: Building Bridges between IDEA and McKinney-Vento

This NCHE webinar will provide an overview of the educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and facilitate an in-depth discussion on the intersection, coordination and implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act and Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA).

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Published September 2023

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