Find data on homelessness through the years. Select a school year or download the most recent available data by clicking the icon below. Data on Student Homelessness Select a school year or download the most recent available data by clicking the icon below. SIRS Data on Student Homelessness – 3 Year Summary This spreadsheet contains data on the number of students who experienced homelessness at any point in the school years 2021-22, 2022-23, and 2023-24. The data were collected by the New York State Education Department in the Student Information Repository System (SIRS) and reflect students enrolled in New York State School Districts and New York State Charter Schools. DOWNLOAD SIRS DATA ON STUDENT HOMELESSNESS -3 YEAR SUMMARY 2024-2025 (XLSX) 2023-2024 (XLSX) 2022-2023 (XLSX) 2021-2022 (XLSX) 2020-2021 (XLSX) 2019-2020 (XLSX) 2018-2019 (XLSX) 2017-2018 (XLSX) 2016-2017 (XLSX) 2015-2016 (XLSX) 2014-2015 (XLSX) 2013-2014 (XLSX) 2012-2013 (XLSX) 2011-2012 (XLSX) 2010-2011 (XLSX) 2009-2010 (XLSX) SIRS Data 2024-25 SIRS Data 2023-24 SIRS Data 2022-23 2022-23 SIRS Data (XLSX) SIRS Data 2021-22 2021-22 SIRS Data (XLSX) SIRS Data 2020-21 2020-21 SIRS Data (XLSX)

View the webinar McKinney-Vento: Meeting the Needs of Unaccompanied Homeless Youth. McKinney-Vento: Meeting the Needs of Unaccompanied Homeless Youth Approximately 4.2 million youth and young adults experience some form of homelessness each year. Meeting the needs of unaccompanied homeless youth is one of the important responsibilities of a McKinney-Vento liaison. This webinar will focus on using the provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act to determine eligibility for benefits and to provide the supports that foster academic success. By the end of the webinar , participants will be able to: Identify the key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act as it relates to the rights of unaccompanied homeless youth. Describe the educational barriers that impact academic growth and determine strategies to ensure success. Acquire strategies to support the education and social-emotional success of students experiencing temporary housing. Use resources to meet the needs of unaccompanied homeless youth. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint Unaccompanied Youth Q&A For more resources, visit the Unaccompanied Youth page . Back to Professional Learning

Resources for parents and students under the McKinney-Vento Act. The McKinney- Vento Act This act ensures that homeless students (PreK-12) have equal access to a free appropriate public education as other students. Click on the document to the right to read more about your rights. This document answers questions you may have and where to go for help. Read the FAQs Parents & Students An Overview of McKinney-Vento Overview of McKinney-Vento GIVE US A CALL. If you have a question about whether your child is eligible for services under the McKinney-Vento Act, including transportation, school selection, enrollment, and more, call our Infoline at 800-388-2014. Browse Our Resources View topic by category: College Access ACT Fee Waivers ACT Fee Waivers: The ACT webpage describes the steps that economically disadvantaged high school juniors or seniors should follow to receive a fee waiver for taking the ACT college entrance exam. McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution/Appeal Process Appeal Form When a dispute arises about whether a student should be considered homeless or where the student should go to school, the McKinney-Vento liaison must help the parent or youth file an appeal with the Commissioner of the State Education Department using this form. McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution/Appeal Process Appeal Sample Evidence This document provides a list of examples of evidence that families may include in an appeal in order to show that the student is homeless under McKinney-Vento. Early Childhood Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (CCRRs) Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (CCRRs) provide services to parents and day care providers in every county of New York State. If you are looking for child care, the CCRR in your county is a great place to start. Housing Resources - New York State Community Action Agency Community Action Agency to get help with education, employment, and family support services NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York State Community-Based Housing Organizations NYS Homes and Community Renewal to get information about affordable housing, including the Rent Info Line (718) 739-6400 to get information and help for tenants of rent controlled and rent stabilized apartments. NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution/Appeal Process Dispute Resolution/Appeals Process (Resource Library) If a family or student in temporary housing and their school district disagree about a student's McKinney-Vento eligibility for enrollment, school selection options, or transportation, the school district may challenge the student's eligibility under McKinney-Vento. Read about the steps to take to resolve these situations. Early Childhood Free or Low-Cost Child Care for Children Six Weeks to Two Years Old EarlyLearn programs provide free or low-cost child care and education for children six weeks to two years old. There are hundreds of programs in New York City that offer safe and positive learning environments for children. Housing Resources - New York City HRA Infoline HRA Infoline (718) 557-1399 to get information about a One-Shot Deal (emergency grant to help people pay for an expense because of an unexpected situation) NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Early Childhood Head Start Center Locator Head Start Center Locator can be used by families nationwide. Housing Resources - New York City HomeBase HomeBase to get eviction prevention and housing search help NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York City Housing Court Answers Housing Court Answers or call (212) 962-4795 to get help with eviction prevention and other housing issues NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York City Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) to apply for low- and moderate-income housing NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York State LawHelp.org LawHelp.org to find legal services or eviction prevention services (for example, help paying back rent, help with an eviction case in court, etc.) NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution/Appeal Process List of Legal Service Providers NYS-TEACHS is a technical assistance center and cannot offer legal advice. You may contact the following agencies for legal advice and/or assistance related to the McKinney Vento dispute process. Housing Resources - New York State Local Department of Social Services Local Department of Social Services to get shelter and housing referrals NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. General Information McKinney-Vento Act : A Summary This document summarizes some of the McKinney-Vento Act’s core provisions. Housing Resources - New York City NYC Housing Connect NYC Housing Connect to find and apply for affordable housing, including housing lotteries NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York State NYHousingSearch NYHousingSearch to find affordable homes and apartments in NY State NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York City NYHousingSearch NYHousingSearch to find affordable homes and apartments in NY State NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Housing Resources - New York City New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) to apply for public housing public housing NOTE: NYS-TEACHS is not a direct provider of housing resources, but here are some suggestions for agencies who provide housing services and referrals. Special Education Parent Training and Information Centers These organizations provide information and trainings to parents about special education issues. General Information Posters and Brochures Is your housing uncertain? This poster and brochure provide information about the educational rights of students experiencing homelessness. College Access SAT Fee Waivers Information about receiving fee waivers for SAT and ACT. Special Education School Help for Homeless Children with Disabilities – Information for Parents A helpful guide from the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE). If you and your family are experiencing homelessness, you may be struggling to enroll and keep your children in school. If you have a child with special needs, you may have even more challenges to make sure your child receives the help he or she needs. Special Education Special Education (Resource Library) This document was created by the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) to provide information to parents about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and how it can help students in temporary housing with special needs. General Information Tip Sheet for Parents & Guardians This Tip Sheet explains school selection, transportation, and services for students experiencing homelessness. College Access Understanding FAFSA: The How-To Guide for High School Students The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is the form you need to fill out to get any financial aid from the federal government to help pay for college. This guide is designed to help students and families navigate the U.S. Department of Education’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to get financial aid for college. The guide will be particularly useful for students who are among the first in their family to go to college or are new to the country.

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View the webinar Planning Your LEA Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program The Role of Transportation Under the McKinney-Vento Act 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 will address the key provisions of transportation for students experiencing homelessness. This webinar will focus on transportation in New York State, not New York City. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to: Describe the transportation provisions in the McKinney-Vento Act and NYS Guidance. Identify the benefits of providing transportation to students experiencing homelessness. Utilize the transportation guide for future decision-making. Plan how to address challenges in providing transportation for McKinney-Vento eligible students. Access resources to support decision-making around transportation. Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint NYS TEACHS Transportation Guide for Students in Temporary Housing For more resources, visit the Transportation page . Back to Professional Learning

View the webinar "The 2022-2025 McKinney-Vento Grant Program Informational Webinar" The 2022-2025 McKinney-Vento Grant Program Informational Webinar The McKinney-Vento Competitive Grant is available every three years through a competitive application process administered by the New York State Education Department (NYSED). Grant funding is now available to LEAs (School Districts, Charter Schools, and BOCES) for the 2022-2025 school years. This informational webinar will: Explain the purpose of the McKinney-Vento Competitive Grant. Clarify the grant application process Describe the sections of the grant application Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint 2022-2025 McKinney-Vento Grant Program Back to Professional Learning

These printable handbooks relay disaster-related school information to parents, relief agencies, and school districts. NCHE's Connecting Schools and Displaced Students Handbook Series These printable handbooks relay disaster-related school information to parents, relief agencies, and school districts. After the Storm: Information for Parents on How Schools Can Help After Disasters A Parent Handbook From the School Office to the Classroom: Strategies for Enrolling and Supporting Students Experiencing Homelessness A Liaison, Enrollment Staff & School District Administrators Handbook Disaster Relief Agencies and Schools: Working Together to Ensure School Enrollment and Success A Liaison & State Coordinator Handbook The School as a Safety Net: Connecting Displaced Children With Education and Support Services A Relief Agency Staff & Volunteer Handbook Back to Disaster & Emergency Response

Awareness Materials Awareness materials can aid in informing, training, and discussing the McKinney-Vento Act and homeless education with school personnel and social service providers. Topic Resources View topic by category: Guides & Fact Sheets Interactive Learning Series: Supporting Children and Families Experiencing Homelessness Want to enhance your knowledge around family homelessness and the McKinney-Vento Act? This series from Office of Head Start’s Early Childhood Learning & Knowledge Center (OHS ECLKC) is designed to help Head Start and other early childhood care professionals learn how to identify families experiencing homelessness, conduct community outreach, and build relationships with families and providers. Guides & Fact Sheets Quick Tip Sheet Series NYS-TEACHS Our Quick Tip Sheets provide detailed information about the rights of students experiencing homelessness in a one-page format. Each guide is targeted to a specific school role. Guides & Fact Sheets Give Every Child a Home At Head Start Download this poster about the Head Start program. Guides & Fact Sheets Caring for the Health and Wellness of Children Experiencing Homelessness National Center for Early Childhood Health and Wellness: Excerpted from Providing Care for Children and Adolescents Facing Homelessness Guides & Fact Sheets Home at Head Start Policy Council Discussion: Enrolling Children and Families Experiencing Homelessness Guides & Fact Sheets Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness: An Introduction to the Issues This brief from the National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) provides an overview of issues within the field of homeless education, and is particularly helpful for introducing new people to the field or introducing the issue to those outside of the field. Guides & Fact Sheets Techniques for Navigating Challenging Conversations This tip sheet from NYS-TEACHS guides the user through best practices for having conversations about housing status with families. We provide best practices for common scenarios. Guides & Fact Sheets Recomendaciones Para Padres y Tutores

STAC 202 forms when a student has been designated as homeless, and specifies the name of the district the student will be attending STAC 202 Forms 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. In accordance with Federal and State legislation, all personally identifiable information (PII) must be sent to the STAC Unit via one of the following approved modes of transmission: SED File Transfer Manager (FTM): Sign Up for access to SED File Transfer Manager Fax to (518) 402-5047, with notification to the recipient of when the information will be sent. US Mail 1st Class/Priority, or with another service with tracking (UPS, DHL, or FedEx). Sign Up Here Log In Here English Spanish Back to STAC-202

Find resources for students who have needs that stem from chronic stress and trauma here. Trauma-Sensitive Strategies for School Success Students experiencing homelessness have immediate school needs that range from transportation to supplies. However, many students have additional needs that stem from chronic stress and trauma. Those unique needs must be addressed in order for students to thrive academically and socially. There is much evidence to suggest that taking a trauma-sensitive approach can increase a student's chance at school success. Topic Resources View topic by category: Website ACES Too High In reference to the ACEs study (Adverse Childhood Experiences), this website provides research, articles, and other resources related to childhood trauma and it’s lifelong effect. There is a also an accompanying newsletter if you want to stay up-to-date on the subject. Website Center on the Developing Child The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University aims to drive science-based innovation that achieves breakthrough outcomes for children facing adversity. Founded in 2006, the Center’s goal is to produce substantially larger impacts on the learning capacity, health, and economic and social mobility of young children. The website offers many wonderful resources including a series of short info-briefs and videos that are perfect for anyone who wants an introduction to child development and the impact of childhood trauma. Website Collaborative for Academic, Social, and Emotional Learning (CASEL) CASEL is a non-profit organization working to advance the development of academic and social-emotional competence for all students. CASEL provides resources for social-emotional learning (SEL) implementation, policy, and research. Guides & Fact Sheets Communications Guide for McKinney-Vento Liaisons NYS-TEACHS: Centering Anti-Racist Approaches to Conversations with Families and Colleagues McKinney-Vento liaisons are responsible for the identification, enrollment, and the removal of educational barriers for students experiencing homelessness. McKinney-Vento liaisons can create meaningful change in their districts and the lives of students experiencing homelessness by providing internal trainings and connecting students to educational resources and community referrals. Unfortunately, due to systemic racism across many aspects of American life, Black, Latinx, Native American, and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities experience homelessness at disproportionate rates compared to white and Asian communities. Systemic racism exists in schools; therefore, it is crucial for McKinney-Vento liaisons to reflect on school protocols and narratives that reinforce racial bias and inequity. Even small intentional changes, such as in our semantics, can have positive effects on family relationships and ultimately, the well-being and success of students. We created this tip sheet to help McKinney-Vento liaisons and other school staff reflect on their own communication styles, race, and how institutional racism impacts students and families. Guides & Fact Sheets Info-Brief: Trauma-Sensitivity and School Success NYS-TEACHS Students in temporary housing often face challenges that go beyond everyday stress and cross the line into toxic stress and trauma. This info-brief from NYS-TEACHS illustrates how a trauma-sensitive approach can improve academic outcomes for students in temporary housing. It offers examples of the negative impact and behavioral manifestations of trauma as well as strategies for countering those negative impacts through a trauma-sensitive approach. Guides & Fact Sheets Matrix of Trauma-Sensitive Strategies for School Success What does trauma-sensitivity look like in practice? This two-page resource from NYS-TEACHS provides suggested strategies and actions for implementing the three categories of trauma-sensitivity in a school setting: 1. Creating a Safe and Supportive Environment 2. Fostering Secure Attachments 3. Strengthening Non-Cognitive Skills. This is a simple and helpful “how-to” resource for your own reference or to hand out to school/district staff during a trauma-sensitive schools training. Guides & Fact Sheets Meeting the Unique Learning Needs of Students Exposed to Trauma NYS-TEACHS If you are new to the concept of trauma-sensitivity or want a deeper understanding of how to implement each of trauma-sensitive strategies outlined in our “Matrix of Trauma-Sensitive Strategies for School Success,” this toolkit can help. This detailed toolkit from NYS-TEACHS provides suggestions for HOW to apply various trauma-sensitive strategies and WHY they are necessary to improve academic outcomes for students in temporary housing. Website National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) NCHE serves as a technical assistance and information center.They provide research, resources, and training for schools and communities addressing the educational needs of children experiencing homelessness. NCHE also has many resources dedicated to Trauma-Informed Care and Trauma-Sensitivity as it relates to students in temporary housing. Website National Center for Safe Supportive Learning Environments (NSSLE) NCSSLE provides training and technical assistance on issues related to bullying, harassment, etc. The resources are aimed toward schools, districts, and individuals interested in creating a safe and supportive school environment. Website National Child Traumatic Stress Network The National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN) offers useful information about what child trauma is and what it can “look like.” The organization is a unique network of frontline providers, family members, researchers, and national partners committed to changing the course of children’s lives. The NCTSN has grown from 17 funded centers in 2001 to 86 currently funded centers and over 150 Affiliate (formerly funded) centers and individuals in 2017, working in hospitals, universities, and community-based programs in 44 states and the District of Columbia. Even you aren’t a “member” of the network, the website provides many useful resources. Research & Reports Out of the Frying Pan, Into the Fire: Trauma in the Lives of Homeless Youth Prior to and During Homelessness This research article examines the negative effect that trauma has on homeless youth. It also makes the case for harm reduction policies rather than “zero tolerance” or punishment. The article is written by John Coates and Sue McKenzie-Mohr and published in the Journal of Sociology and Social Welfare. Research & Reports Resilience and At-Risk Children and Youth This 13-page research summary from the National Center for Homeless Education outlines trauma’s impact on a student’s ability to succeed in school. It offers effective approaches for building resilience, coping skills, and healthy relationships in school. Website Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) SAMHSA leads efforts to advance the behavioral health of the nation concentrating primarily on mental health and substance abuse. SAMHSA also focuses on families who have experienced trauma such as homelessness. Website The Trauma and Learning Policy Initiative (TLPI) The Trauma and Learning Policy Initiative’s (TLPI) mission is to ensure that children traumatized by exposure to family violence and other adverse childhood experiences succeed in school. To accomplish this mission, TLPI engages in a variety of ongoing activities including: Helping schools create trauma-sensitive environments Advocating for laws, policies and funding streams that will enable schools to create trauma sensitive learning environments Improving trauma sensitive approaches to meeting the needs of individual children at school in both regular and special education Engaging in a public education campaign to teach policymakers, educators, administrators, health and mental health providers and parents about the impact of trauma on learning and the need for trauma sensitive schools. In particular, we suggest that you look at their 2-volume publication, “Helping Traumatized Children Learn” and the accompanying video, “5 Core Ideas of Helping Traumatized Children Learn“ Research & Reports Understanding Traumatic Stress In Children This 23-page report from the National Center on Family Homelessness outlines the behavioral manifestations of trauma as well as the factors that affect a child’s ability to recover from trauma. It also makes the case for practicing self-care as a parent, guardian, or caregiver as to avoid secondary trauma.

View the webinar Supporting Young Children Living in Temporary Housing Supporting Young Children Living in Temporary Housing This webinar will focus on how the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act applies to young children, specifically preschoolers who experience homelessness. Participants will be given tools and resources to assist in working with families with young children who are experiencing homelessness. Included within this session will be an overview of how the federal law applies to homelessness of children with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to: Identify key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act as it pertains to the rights of young children. Use knowledge of the importance of early childhood education to support children experiencing homelessness. Determine eligibility and provide benefits for preschool students based on the provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act. Utilize resources for preschool children and their families who are experiencing homelessness Key Resources PDF of PowerPoint Is My Early Childhood Program a McKinney-Vento “Preschool?”: NYSED Field Memo: June 24, 2005 New York State Housing Questionnaire For more resources, visit the Early Childhood page . Back to Professional Learning

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