View the webinar McKinney-Vento Act Supporting Students Attending Charter Schools McKinney-Vento Act: Supporting Students Attending Charter Schools Charter schools have the responsibility to implement the requirements of the McKinney-Vento Act to ensure that homeless students have access to and can succeed in school. This webinar will provide information on the provisions of the McKinney-Vento law with a focus on enrollment and transportation. (Webinar is intended for Rest of State, not NYC ) By the end of today’s webinar, participants will be able to: Describe the key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act and the responsibilities of the liaison. Identify the rights of students experiencing temporary housing and the charter school responsibility to ensure those rights. Describe the criteria for a student to be eligible for benefits as defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Provide the benefits of immediate enrollment and transportation to eligible students. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint Back to Professional Learning

Tips for McKinney-Vento Liaisons: COVID-19 & Student Homelessness PDF of this page Tips for McKinney-Vento Liaisons: COVID-19 & Student Homelessness Published: 03/31/20 Last Updated: 05/12/20 Below is a list of tips for McKinney-Vento Liaisons for supporting students in temporary housing (STH) through the COVID-19 pandemic and related school closures. For the latest updates, continue to visit NYS-TEACHS’ COVID-19 News section, NYS Education Department’s COVID-19 site , and SchoolHouse Connection’s COVID-19 and Homelessness resources, and in particular, its COVID Virtual Conversation and Q&A . Jump to: Meeting the Immediate Needs of Students Experiencing Homelessness | Connecting with Students Experiencing Homelessness & Outreach | Liaison Self-Care Meeting the Immediate Needs of Students Experiencing Homelessness Below are short tips and strategies for meeting the basic needs of students and families who are experiencing homelessness during this difficult time. In-depth suggestions and resources can be found on our COVID-19 Resource List . Be as flexible as possible regarding feeding students to better ensure food/meal access to all who need it. Provide meals to all students who show up at a grab-and-go site regardless of the student’s enrollment status in the school/district. Allow one family to pick up meals for another family who may not be able to safely get to the pick-up site. Deliver meals (along with school supplies and coursework) via food truck, school bus, or other vehicles to key locations throughout the district. This is especially impactful in rural areas where families may not have safe or reliable access to transportation or to families for whom transportation is a barrier to receiving meals or other supplies. Support the remote-learning needs of students experiencing homelessness. Ensure access to Internet/wi-fi and remote learning devices for students experiencing homelessness. Ensure that someone from the district (liaison, principal, teacher, counselor, school-aide, etc.) is conducting regular educational check-ins with all students experiencing homelessness and is securing any help they may need to keep up with their coursework. (See Connecting with Students Experiencing Homelessness & Outreach section below for more strategies.) Create additional flexibility for deadlines for students in temporary housing who are experiencing difficulties completing work because of their unstable housing. Support the physical and mental health needs of students and families experiencing homelessness. Share online resources related to self-care and physical/mental health to students and families (for example, Healthy & Ready to Learn for self-care and physical activity tips in English and in Spanish, Headspace or Calm for free guided meditations, Cosmic Kids Yoga , GoNoodle for movement and mindfulness activities, and NYC Department of Education’s pages on Physical Education & Activity and Health Education ). Encourage students to continue to communicate with one another safely through virtual means to prevent isolation or loneliness during this period of physical social distancing (e.g., texting, video chatting, phone calls, emails, instant messaging). Encourage parents and students to create daily routines to foster mental and physical well-being and to create a sense of predictability during these uncertain times. (This sample schedule from Health & Ready to Learn could be used as a starting point; changes could be made to it to reflect remote learning in temporary housing.) Encourage parents or youth to create a menu of activities or self-care practices to have on hand to choose from. Examples of activities for children or youth include: Making art (collages with old newspapers or magazines, coloring books, etc.) Journaling together and writing about positive memories, dreams for the future, and current emotions Getting active: taking a dance break, doing yoga stretches, walking around the neighborhood while keeping a safe distance from others. Brainstorm with parents about how to communicate with their children about COVID-19. The National Association of School Psychologist’s Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource is a great place to start. Connecting with Students Experiencing Homelessness & Outreach Due to the tremendous health, social, and economic pressures during this time, be prepared to identify new families who have become homeless and to check-in regularly with students already identified as McKinney-Vento eligible. Proactively reach out to all families identified as McKinney-Vento eligible to ask about immediate needs and let them know you are a source of support during this time. Be intentional about preserving relationships with students and families in temporary housing by continuing to regularly check-in, particularly with homeless unaccompanied youth. Create an ‘out-of-the-office’ message or email signature that includes a list of community resources for people to turn to if you are not currently available. Be aware of increased housing instability during this time and check-in with students and parents who have a history of moving often or who have recently indicated a change in address. For more information about having sensitive conversations with students and families about their housing status see the National Center for Homeless Education’s brief on Confirming Eligibility for McKinney-Vento Rights & Services . Be mindful that this is a challenging and potentially re-traumatizing time for students and families experiencing homelessness. Express your concern for their well-being and provide support as best as you can. Pay specific attention to students and families who are living in temporary housing outside of the school district where they are currently enrolled and make sure they are receiving information about local resources. Create a survey or needs assessment and use it in your outreach to better understand how to support families experiencing homelessness in your community. Create and distribute parent and student-friendly resource guides with specific information about your school’s available services during school closures and any plans about re-opening. Send out materials (posters, flyers, and brochures) with information about McKinney-Vento to campgrounds, motels, community centers, and other areas where families or youth may be seeking shelter at this time. Reach out to partner organizations and local community agencies and collaborate on providing services and conducting outreach to families and youth experiencing homelessness. Liaison Self-Care The best way to ensure you have the capacity to support students and families experiencing homelessness is by fostering your own well-being during this time. Set boundaries in order to foster sustainable support for students and families in temporary housing. Create and stick to a schedule for when to communicate with students and families. If you are not able to provide support at a certain time, share resources or let the other person know when in the future you will be available to talk. Take regular breaks from watching, reading, and listening to the news, including social media. Incorporate self-care and mindfulness practices into your everyday routine. Participate in free guided meditations on websites such as Headspace . Look through these 50 Ways to Take a Break . Reflect and journal about your experience in the moment. Check out these Six Daily Questions to Ask Yourself in Quarantine for some excellent prompts. Ask for help if you feel overwhelmed or if you are concerned that the COVID-19 situation is affecting your ability to care for others: Reach out to other school staff and collaborators to talk about the challenges you are currently facing. If you are struggling, find mental health support through the New York State Office of Mental (OMH) Health Program Directory or by calling the OMH Emotional Support Line (1-844-863-9314) . In NYC, contact NYC-Well (1-888-692-9355) to connect with someone who will listen and help 24/7. Resources Compiled From: Thank you to the many New York State McKinney-Vento Liaisons who have shared ideas and offered tips included in this checklist. Beyond the Food Pantry: COVID-19 Response for Students Who are Homeless or With Experience in Foster Care Center for Disease Control & Prevention’s COVID-19 Manage Anxiety & Stress Healthy & Ready to Learn’s Making Space For Ourselves MENTOR’s Tips for Maintaining Connection With Young People During a Time of Social Distancing The National Association of School Psychologist’s Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource SchoolHouse Connection’s Checklist for Local Education Agencies and Early Childhood Providers SchoolHouse Connection’s COVID Virtual Conversation Q&A SchoolHouse Connection’s Evolving Lessons During COVID-19 Meeting the Immediate Needs Connecting with Students Liaison Self Care

View the webinar McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act 101 McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act Designed for new liaisons or anyone who wants a refresher on the basic provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act Students experiencing temporary housing are entitled to educational rights under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. There are key provisions and benefits that support students experiencing temporary housing to have full participation in school. This session will focus on the key provisions and the important role of the McKinney-Vento liaison in providing these benefits and protections to students. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to: Define homelessness and possible causes. Describe the key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. Utilize the McKinney-Veto Act’s definition of homelessness to determine eligibility of students experiencing temporary housing. Apply their knowledge to scenarios illustrating the basic provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint Back to Professional Learning

Creating A School District McKinney-Vento Homeless Policy Creating A School District McKinney-Vento Homeless Policy All Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), which include school districts, charter schools, and BOCES, must review and revise policies to improve the identification, enrollment, attendance, and success in school of students in temporary housing. In this webinar, a sample LEA policy on the Education of Students in Temporary Housing will be reviewed to ensure that district policies are in full compliance with updated state and federal laws. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to: Describe the educational rights of students in temporary housing under the McKinney-Vento Act. Identify key components in a district homeless policy to improve the identification, enrollment, attendance, and success in school of students in temporary housing. Communicate the role and responsibilities of the McKinney-Vento liaisons to ensure that the rights of students in temporary housing are known and fully protected. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint PDF of LEA Policy Education PDF of Sample Policy Back to Professional Learning

Visit our Resources Library: A comprehensive list of topics all about the educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness. RESOURCE LIBRARY Choose from the wide range of topics listed below to learn the corresponding educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness. Jump to a topic: Attendance Improvement Awareness Materials Charter Schools Data & Statistics on Homelessness Determining Eligibility Disaster & Emergency Response Dispute Resolution/Appeal Process Domestic Violence Early Childhood Education Enrollment & School Selection Federal Law Foster Care Free Meals Higher Education & Postsecondary Opportunities Immigrant Students Immunizations McKinney-Vento Grant Program McKinney-Vento Liaisons NYS Education Dept. Laws & Guidance NYS-TEACHS Publications Privacy of Student Records Research on Homeless Education Special Education STAC 202 Summer School Teaching Strategies to Reach Highly Mobile Students Title I Transportation Trauma Sensitive Strategies for School Success Unaccompanied Youth CHARTER SCHOOLS Charter schools, like school districts, must appoint a McKinney-Vento liaison to identify students in temporary housing, help them enroll in school, and arrange for transportation and other needed services. Learn More DATA AND STATISTICS ON HOMELESSNESS Datasets currently include: identification of homeless students, identification of sub-populations of homeless students, and assessment achievement rates. Learn More ATTENDANCE IMPROVEMENT Designed for professional and family use, these resources provide guidance in addressing chronic absenteeism and improving attendance. Learn More AWARENESS MATERIALS Awareness materials can help to inform, train, and discuss the McKinney-Vento Act and homeless education with school personnel and social service providers. Learn More DETERMINING ELIGIBILITY FOR MCKINNEY-VENTO Under McKinney-Vento and state law, students are considered to be in temporary housing if their nighttime residence is not fixed, regular, and adequate. Learn More DISASTER AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE The public education of students in temporary housing, including those who are temporarily displaced due to disaster, are protected under the federal legislation of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act. Learn More Attendance Data Detemining Eligibility DISPUTE RESOLUTION & APPEAL PROCESS Refer to these resources for guidance if a family or student in temporary housing disagrees with the school district on the student's McKinney-Vento eligibility for enrollment, school selection options, or transportation. Learn More DOMESTIC VIOLENCE These resources can help ensure the safety of students impacted by domestic violence. Learn More EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION McKinney-Vento liaisons are responsible for connecting young children with early care and education programs including Head Start, Early Head Start, Pre-K, Early Intervention, and preschool special education services. Learn More ENROLLMENT AND SCHOOL SELECTION he federal McKinney-Vento Act and New York Education Law § 3209, provide important school selection and enrollment protections to students in temporary housing from the preschool level to grade 12. Learn More FEDERAL LAW The federal McKinney-Vento Act and New York Education Law § 3209, provide important school selection and enrollment protections to students in temporary housing from the preschool level to grade 12. Learn More FOSTER CARE Children and youth in foster care are not McKinney-Vento eligible, but many continue enrollment and receive transportation to their school of origin. Learn More FREE MEALS Studies show that good nutrition stimulates positive school outcomes. Students in temporary housing are always eligible to receive free meals, otherwise known as "Categorical Eligibility." Learn More HIGHER EDUCATION & POST SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES Students experiencing homelessness greatly increase their chances of escaping poverty by receiving a higher education. Programs available through the Higher Education Act help students to graduate high school, apply and enroll in college, and complete their higher education. Learn More Dispute Resolution Early Childhood Education Federal Law Free Meals IMMIGRANT STUDENTS Immigrant students who experience homelessness are protected under the McKinney-Vento Act, regardless of their immigration status. Learn More IMMUNIZATIONS Students experiencing homelessness are entitled to an immediate enrollment in school, even if immunization records or any other documentation typically required for enrollment is unavailable. Learn More Immigrant Students MCKINNEY-VENTO GRANT PROGRAM Grant funding is available to Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), including school districts, charter schools, and BOCES, through a competitive application process administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Learn More MCKINNEY-VENTO LIAISONS All Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), which includes all school districts, charter schools, and BOCES, must designate an appropriate staff member to serve as the McKinney-Vento liaison to help students in temporary housing and their families. Learn More NYS EDUCATION DEPT. LAWS & GUIDANCE Although the McKinney-Vento Act is federal legislation, New York State laws clarify a number of federal protections. Read about important protections for New Yorkers. Learn More NYS-TEACHS PUBLICATIONS Browse resources created by NYS-TEACHS. Learn More MV Grant Program NYS Ed Laws & Guidance PRIVACY OF STUDENT RECORDS The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) provides important protections to ensure students and families can access their school records and keep them private. Learn More RESEARCH ON HOMELESS EDUCATION Access even more research and reports on various topics correlating with today’s homeless education. Learn More SPECIAL EDUCATION Special education offers specially designed instruction to meet the individual needs of a child with a learning disability, at no cost to parents. Learn More STAC 202 (DESIGNATION FORM AND TUITION REIMBURSEMENT) Read more about STAC. Learn More SUMMER SCHOOL Students in temporary housing, required to attend summer school to advance in grade level or to graduate on time, must be provided the opportunity to attend summer school free of charge. Learn More TEACHING STRATEGIES TO REACH HIGHLY MOBILE STUDENTS Discover numerous strategies used by teachers to better educate highly mobile students. Learn More TITLE I Students in temporary housing are categorically eligible for services under Title I, even if they do not attend a Title I school or match the academic standards required of other children for eligibility. Learn More TRANSPORTATION Under the McKinney-Vento Act and N.Y. Education Law § 3209, a student in temporary housing is entitled to transportation to their school of origin. Learn More Privacy of Student Records Special Education Summer School Title I TRAUMA-SENSITIVE STRATEGIES FOR SCHOOL SUCCESS Many students have additional needs that stem from chronic stress and trauma. Learn more about trauma-sensitive resources and research. Learn More UNACCOMPANIED YOUTH An unaccompanied youth is a student who is not in the physical custody of their parent or legal guardian; this includes young people who have run away from home, have been kicked out of their home, or have been abandoned by parents. Learn More Trauma Sensitive

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Students in temporary housing are categorically eligible for services under Title I, even if they do not attend a Title I school or match the academic standards required of other children for eligibility. Title I Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, a federal law, provides funding to schools with high numbers or high percentages of students from low-income families. Students in temporary housing are categorically eligible for services under Title I, even if they do not attend a Title I school or match the academic standards required of other children for eligibility. In addition, school districts and charter schools that get Title I funding must set aside a portion of the funds to meet the unique needs of students in temporary housing. FAQs for this topic Topic Resources View topic by category: Guides & Fact Sheets A Closer Look at ESSA, Title I Part A, and Students Experiencing Homelessness This resource from SchoolHouse Connection gives a two-page summary of Title I and homelessness. Laws & Guidance Allowable and Unallowable Uses for Title I Homeless Set-Aside Funding New York State Education Department All schools districts are required to set-aside a portion of their Title I, Part A funding for students experiencing homelessness. This document provides information about allowable and unallowable uses for Title I homeless set-aside funding. PDF Laws & Guidance Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 and Expansion of Allowable Use of Title I Part A and Set-aside Funds for Students in Temporary Housing (Homeless) The purpose of this memorandum is to inform you of the new, expanded authority local educational agencies (LEAs), which include school districts and charter schools, have with regard to the use of Title I, Part A funds for services for students in temporary housing. Laws & Guidance McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act, Reauthorized by Title IX, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act is a federal law that protects the public education of children and youth experiencing homelessness. The text attached here is the latest version of the law since it was reauthorized on December 10, 2015 by Title IX, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Guides & Fact Sheets NYC Department of Education Title I STH Funds Short Guide: Supporting Students in Temporary Housing NYC Department of Education Federal law requires that all school districts reserve a portion of their Title I federal funds to address the specific needs of students in temporary housing (STH). To comply with this mandate, all NYC DOE schools are allocated Title I STH Funds (Title I STH). All Title I and non Title I schools with students in temporary housing receive this allocation. Laws & Guidance Non-Regulatory Guidance for the Education for Homeless Children and Youths United States Department of Education On March 2, 2017, the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) revised the Non-Regulatory Guidance for the Education for Homeless Children and Youths Program. This revised Non-Regulatory Guidance replaces the July 2016 Guidance and includes new questions and answers on the amendments to the McKinney-Vento Act made by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), which took effect on October 1, 2016, and new technical assistance on promising practices for implementing homeless education requirements at the State and local levels. Guides & Fact Sheets Title I Issue Brief NCHE Brief This memo discusses the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and Title I, Part A supports for students in temporary housing, including a list of services and supplies that can be provided with Title I funds, tips for districts in calculating a set-aside, as well as strategies for coordination among school district team members. About the Source: Funded by the U.S. Department of Education, the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) operates the Department’s technical assistance center for the federal Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Program. In this role, NCHE works with schools, service providers, parents, and other interested stakeholders to ensure that children and youth experiencing homelessness can enroll and succeed in school. Laws & Guidance Title I, Part A Set-Aside for Homeless Students: New Data Collection Procedures, Program Service Code 0892 NYSED Field Memo: This Memo from NYSED (May 2019) describes how LEAs should enter data in their student management systems on students served with Title I, Part A set-aside funds for students experiencing homelessness. Starting in the 2018-19 school year, all LEAs must report this information for individual students through the Student Information Repository System using Program Service Code 0892. Guides & Fact Sheets Transportation Guide for Students in Temporary Housing NYS-TEACHS This chart provides concise information on the transportation rights of students in temporary housing attending school in New York State. It includes information on available services, the responsible agency, and funding sources when serving students in many different housing situations, including for students attending charter schools.

About NYS TEACHS Helping NYS educators meet the needs of students in temporary housing Our Purpose New York State Technical and Educational Assistance Center for Homeless Students (NYS-TEACHS) provides information, referrals, and trainings to schools, school districts, social service providers, parents, and others about the educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness. NYS-TEACHS is funded by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Meet The Team Rita Danis Director of NYS-TEACHS Wendy Cleary Professional Learning Specialist Dan Martinelli Professional Learning Specialist Erin Luchterhand Professional Learning Specialist

New York State must complete a Designation Form (STAC 202) for each student identified under the McKinney-Vento Act STAC 202 (Designation Form & Tuition Reimbursement) Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), including school districts, BOCES, and charter schools, in New York State must complete a Designation Form (STAC 202) for each student identified under the McKinney-Vento Act, send to parties listed on the form, and keep the forms on file. In certain cases, the STAC form may also be used by school districts to receive tuition reimbursement from the New York State Education Department. FAQs for this topic Topic Resources View topic by category: Laws & Guidance Billing 2021 - Billing for the Remainder of the School Year after a Student Becomes Permanently Housed This memorandum, dated September 24, 2021, provides information about when a district can directly bill another district for tuition for a student who was homeless and has become permanently housed; and what documentation a district should submit to another district when requesting such reimbursement. Laws & Guidance Billing 2013- Homeless Guidance for Permanent Placement / McKinney-Vento Eligible Students and Tuition Reimbursement NYSED Field Memo NYSED’s McKinney-Vento Field Memo #06-2013 (September 2013) clarifies when a school district can receive additional state aid for instruction for the cost of educating a student in temporary housing and how to request such aid. Laws & Guidance Billing 2015-Guidance Regarding Out-of-State/Country Children who become Homeless and Tuition Reimbursement NYSED Field Memo NYSED’s McKinney-Vento Field Memo #07-2015 (March 2015) clarifies that schools districts cannot get additional state aid for instruction (also referred to as tuition reimbursement) through the STAC 202 process for students experiencing homelessness who were last permanently housed outside of New York State. PLEASE NOTE: Documents dated before 2016 may not reflect the amendments to the McKinney-Vento Act as a result of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the 2017 amendments to New York State Education Law Section 3209, and/or 2017 amendments to the Commissioner’s Regulations. Laws & Guidance McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act, Reauthorized by Title IX, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act is a federal law that protects the public education of children and youth experiencing homelessness. The text attached here is the latest version of the law since it was reauthorized on December 10, 2015 by Title IX, Part A of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Laws & Guidance New York State Education Law Section 3209, Education of Homeless Children NYS Education Law Section 3209 describes the rights of students in temporary housing in New York State. Important changes to New York Education Law Section 3209 went into effect on April 20, 2017. The changes to this law reflect changes to the federal McKinney-Vento Act that were made under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Below, along with the link to download the new text of the law, you will find a link to a marked-up version of Education Law § 3209 that highlights the changes. Forms & Templates STAC-202 Form New York State Education Department The STAC-202 form indicates that a student has been designated as homeless, and specifies the name of the district the student will be attending. It is also used by local districts to request reimbursement from NYSED for the costs of education a temporarily housed student who moves into the district from another school district in New York State.

View the webinar Planning Your LEA Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program Planning your LEA Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program - 2026 It’s no secret that being a local homeless liaison is a complex and multi-faceted position. Juggling the myriad of responsibilities to ensure that children and youth experiencing homelessness can enroll in and attend school without barriers requires organization and finesse. This webinar will support district liaisons with strategies to maximize the time devoted to administering the McKinney-Vento program. Topics will include conducting an informal needs assessment, making data-based decisions, planning efficient collaborations, organizing your work, developing a back-to-school checklist, and practicing self-care. At the end of this webinar, participants will be able to: Conduct an informal needs assessment to identify key areas to focus the McKinney-Vento program. Review LEA data on students experiencing homelessness for program planning. Plan efficient collaborations to support student experiencing temporary housing. Organize the work to maximize effectiveness as a liaison. Take care of oneself by practicing self-care. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint For more resources on the roles and responsibilities of Liaisons, visit the Homeless Education page . Back to Professional Learning

View the webinar The Role of Transportation to Support Students in Temporary Housing in New York City The Role of Transportation to Support Students in Temporary Housing in New York City The intent of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act is to remove barriers to enrollment and attendance in school to ensure academic success. This webinar is co-sponsored by the NYC Department of Education, Office of Students in Temporary Housing & Foster Care. It will address the key provisions of transportation for students in temporary housing in New York City. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to: Describe the transportation provisions in the McKinney-Vento Act and the Chancellor’s Regulations. Identify the benefits of providing transportation to students experiencing homelessness. Know the role of School-Based STH liaisons is in transportation provision. Plan how to address challenges in providing transportation for McKinney-Vento eligible students. Access resources that support decision-making around transportation. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint For more resources, visit the Transportation page . Back to Professional Learning

View the webinar about End of Year Planning for McKinney-Vento Liaisons End of Year Planning for McKinney-Vento Liaisons - 2026 The end of the school year is the ideal time for McKinney-Vento liaisons to reflect on the year that is ending and to look ahead to summer activities and beyond to the upcoming school year. Topics will include year-end reflections, including data verification, Title 1 Set Aside expenditures, conducting check-ins and providing referrals for McKinney-Vento eligible families. The webinar will also address outreach and identification efforts that can occur over the summer, summer school programming and needs assessment tools. During this webinar, participants will be able to: Reflect on the past school year and plan for next school year. Assess referral templates to serve identified students experiencing temporary housing. Prepare to conduct outreach/identification efforts over the summer. Identify Summer School Provisions of McKinney-Vento Act. Reflect on Title I Set Aside expenditures for program planning. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint DOC of Online Resources For more resources on the roles and responsibilities of Liaisons, visit the Liaison page . Back to Professional Learning