Kelly started the topic Keep the Love Strong in the forum Nationwide Discussions
The work you’re doing matters more than you know. Every day, you’re helping students who are experiencing homelessness find the stability they need to succeed. Whether it’s helping a student enroll or stay enrolled despite their current living situation, connecting them with tutoring services, or providing access to school supplies, your c…[Read more]
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Kelly replied to the topic Could Doubled Up = Fixed Residence? in the forum Nationwide Discussions
@wiechmsa and @SabrinaMV, I agree with you both. Here are some things to consider when determining overcrowding:
– Is there a consistent sleeping space for each child, with a bed and space for their belongings?
– Are there separate rooms for children of different genders, if applicable?
– How many people are sharing a bedroom?
– Is there a quiet…[Read more]
Kelly replied to the topic Could Doubled Up = Fixed Residence? in the forum Nationwide Discussions
Hi @Emackie,
There is no time limit on McKinney-Vento eligibility and it may extend for years due to employment struggles and lack of affordable housing. If the shared housing becomes fixed, regular, and adequate, then the children may no longer be McKinney-Vento eligible. An example of this might look like: the family who was experiencing…[Read more]
Kelly replied to the topic Policies & Procedures in the forum Nationwide Discussions
@Emackie – fees/fines associated with school related materials, lunches, etc. would also be a good area to review/revise. 😊
Kelly replied to the topic Policies & Procedures in the forum Nationwide Discussions
Hi @Emackie – great question! Have you checked out our Legal Citation Tab? I pulled this information from there:
How can SEAs and LEAs ensure that homeless children and youths have equal access to the same free, appropriate public education, including public preschool education, as provided to other children and youths?
The McKinney-Vento Act…[Read more]
Kelly started the topic Tip for Starting Strong: Embracing Love and Action as a McKinney-Vento Liaison in the forum Nationwide Discussions
Familiarize yourself with the needs of students in your district and begin by building relationships with key staff who can help identify students who may be experiencing homelessness. Focus on understanding the resources available and how to quickly connect families to them. This foundational knowledge will help you better support students as you…[Read more]