Based on information in NCHE’s more comprehensive State Coordinator’s Handbook, the “10 in 10” series provides 10 short modules on key topics to quickly orient new State Coordinators. It includes links to additional resources, questions to consider, and a wrap up to reinforce key points and help in developing a work plan.
The State Coordinators’ Handbook is an essential resource designed to support administrators responsible for their Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program. This comprehensive guide provides strategies, practices, and information to help state coordinators implement the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and lead programs that go beyond compliance to serve children and youth experiencing homelessness. Whether you are new to the role or an experienced state coordinator, this Handbook offers guidance across the full spectrum of responsibilities—from understanding foundational concepts and legislative requirements to managing subgrants, providing technical assistance, collecting and using data, and building effective collaborative partnerships.
This Handbook is organized into four sections covering 13 chapters:
Section A: Introduction Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Overview of the State Coordinator Role
Section B: Foundations for Your Work Chapter 3: Understanding Homelessness Chapter 4: Organization of the EHCY Program Chapter 5: Understanding the McKinney-Vento Act
Section C: State Coordinator Key Responsibilities Chapter 6: Technical Assistance and Training to Support LEAs and Local Liaisons Chapter 7: Managing McKinney-Vento LEA Subgrants Chapter 8: Collecting and Using Data Chapter 9: LEA Monitoring Chapter 10: Purposeful Collaboration Chapter 11: Managing Disputes
Section D: Managing the Work Chapter 12: Assessing Needs for Program Improvement Chapter 13: Planning the Work and Working Your Plan
