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One Child One School One Year
Education of Homeless Children & Youth
McKinney-Vento 101Tempe Union High School District
What do we know about homeless students?In one year, 42% transferred schools at least once
and 51% transferred twice or more. Twenty-eight percent will attend three or more
schools in one year.With each school change, it is estimated that a
student is set back academically by an average of four to six months.
Three quarters of older homeless youths drop out of school.
* From the National Center for Homelessness Education
Who is considered homeless?Definition under the “Federal McKinney-Vento Homeless
Assistance Act” says, “children and youth, who lack a fixed,
regular, and adequate nighttime residence are considered homeless for educational purposes.”
Who is considered homeless? Sheltered- student living in temporary shelters,
such as homeless shelter, domestic violence shelters, or transitional housing programs, or temporary foster care placements
Doubled Up – student temporarily sharing the housing of friends or relatives due to the loss of housing, economic hardship or a similar reason
Unsheltered – student living in abandoned buildings, campgrounds and vehicles, inadequate trailer parks, bus and train stations, substandard housing or abandoned in a hospital
Hotel/Motel – student temporarily living in a hotel or motel due to lack of alternate adequate accommodations
Migratory or refugee children/youth – qualify if they are living in circumstances described above
Students awaiting or in temporary foster placement
Unaccompanied Youth – youth not in the physical custody of their parents or guardian
Who is considered homeless?
Definitions Fixed – one that is stationary, permanent,
and not subject to change Regular – one which is used on a regular
(i.e. nightly) basis Adequate – one that is sufficient for
meeting the physical and psychological needs typically met in home environments (electricity, running water, etc...)
Who is Eligible?Determination of eligibility MUST be made
on a case-by-case basis
Housing is temporary and due to hardship OR Housing is substandard or considered
inadequate
Some causes of Homelessness…. Lack of affordable housing/Evictions
Low income/Unemployment/Lack of skills Health & Mental Health Problems Domestic Abuse & Violence Lack of Safe & Stable Living Environment Physical/Sexual Abuse by a Parent or a
Guardian Parent or Guardian Alcohol/Drug Addiction Natural Disasters
Common Signs of Homelessness Transportation and Attendance Problems
Erratic attendance or tardiness Numerous absences Inability to contact parents Avoidance of participating in school
activities Lack of Continuity in Education
Enrollment at many different schools Lack of records needed for enrollment (birth
certification, immunization forms etc.) Gaps in skill development
Common Signs of Homelessness Poor Hygiene
Wearing same clothing for several days Inability to shower or have clean clothing
Not Prepared for Class Lack of basic school supplies Incomplete homework or missing homework Concern for safety of belongings Inability to concentrate Falling asleep in class Frequent illnesses
OUR GOAL To understand McKinney-Vento Act and
make sure that our schools and district is in compliance.
Ensure the educational rights and protections for children and youth who are experiencing homelessness.
What is McKinney-Vento? The McKinney-Vento Act – Federal law
that seeks to ensure the enrollment, attendance, and success of homeless children and youth in school.
McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvement Act of 2001
Created in 1987 in response to reports to Congress that up to 50% of homeless children were not enrolled in and attending school.
Part of No Child Left Behind
School Support Services Students experiencing homeless have the right to remain
in their school of origin until the end of the academic year that they are permanently housed. School of Origin:
The term school of origin means the school that the child or youth attended when permanently housed or the school in which the child or youth was last
enrolled. School of Residency
The school designated for the attendance area in which the student currently resides.
Immediate enrollment – expedite and remove barriers to enrollment – (regardless of missing documentation, such as school records, medical records, proof of residency, or immunization records).
Support Services Transportation - provided to & from the “school of
origin” (District transportation, ex. school bus or van), City
of Tempe Youth Passes (city bus and light rail), Mileage Reimbursement (up to 10 miles each way)
Provide Appropriate Support Services - including special education, free lunch, school supplies and educational materials, hygiene products, eye exams and glasses, clothing and shoes, referrals to community agencies (including emergency food box and food banks, housing, medical, dental and mental health, immunization referrals, assistance with birth certificates), help with payment of programs and school fees, referral and coordination with before and after school tutoring
Support Services Promote district, school, and community
awareness – district trainings and outreach services Review and Revise Policies - that act as barriers
to homeless students accessing education (e.g. residency, credit and absence policies)
Coordinate and Collaborate with state coordinator, state agencies, service providers, advocates and school personnel in district and other districts to carry out the above tasks
Why McKinney-Vento Student’s Need Services:
“Research shows that frequent school changes have a cumulative affect on
students achievement that can place them as much as a year behind their
peers (Kerbow, 1996)”.
Students who are highly mobile are also at a greater risk of:
Lower academic achievement (due to discontinuity of curriculum between schools)
Dropping out Behavioral Problems Difficulty developing peer relationships
What to do if you suspect that one of your students
is homeless?Keep information confidentialTreat student/family with respectNotify Tempe Union High School District
Homeless Liaison
Kay Nordmark @ 480-345-3700 ext. [email protected]
Kay Nordmark, Homeless District Coordinator
480-839-0292 Ext 3859, [email protected]
Pam Kane, LMSW – McKinney-Vento Social Worker
480-838-3200 Ext 40054, [email protected]
Questions or Assistance
The Tempe Union High School District, by law, must provide proof that all employees have
reviewed the preceding information.
Please click on the following link to take a five (5) question quiz
and check the Attestation box and the end of quiz.
McKinney-Vento 101 Follow-Up Quiz and Attestation
McKinney-Vento 101 Follow-Up