Foster Youth and Youth Who Are Homeless

 

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (McKinney-Vento Act)

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act ensures that children who are considered homeless or in-transition have the same educational rights and protection as any other school children.

Eligibility - You or your child is considered homeless or in-transition if you do not live in a fixed, regular and adequate night-time residence, including:

• Shared housing due to loss of housing
• Living in cars, parks, sub-standard housing, hotels or motels
• Primary night-time residence is a public or private place not designed for regular sleeping accommodations for a human being
• Students awaiting foster care placement
• Migratory children living in the above circumstances

Alum Rock Union School District provides homeless and in-transition children with the following:

• Backpacks and school supplies
• School uniforms
• Transportation for educational use only (pre-qualification is required)
• Student enrollment assistance

For more information and resources regarding homelessness visit the following websites:

National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth	http://naehcy.org/
National Center on Homeless Education	http://www.serve.org/nche
National Network for Youth	http://www.nn4youth.org
Housing for Families with Children	http://www.scchousingsearch.org

 

For questions or to apply please contact the:

Student Support Services at (408) 928-6555

If a student lives in any of the following situations:

• In a shelter, motel, vehicle, or campground;
• On the street, in an abandoned building, or doubled up with friends or relatives because the family cannot find or afford permanent housing

He or she has certain rights and protections under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act. Eligible students may receive assistance with school enrollment, transportation and other services. For qualification screening, contact Student Support Services at (408) 928-6555.

• McKinney Vento

We kindly request that all families complete the attached Housing Questionnaire Affidavit. This form helps us determine whether your student may qualify for additional support services under Title I and the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.

All information shared on the form is confidential and is only reviewed by the appropriate district staff to ensure your child receives the support they are entitled to.

For Further Questions: Contact your SLS Supervisor

Ana.gonzalez@arusd.org 408-928-6963 for Lyndale & Russo

Dana.pulido@arusd.org 408-928-8776 for Sheppard, Painter, McCollam & Linda Vista

Fernando.rivas@arusd.org (408)712-8074 for Ocala, Adelante I, Hubbard & Ryan

Paloma.contreras@arusd.org  408-928-7287 for Adelante II, Aptitud, LUCHA, San Antonio & Renaissance at Mathson

HousingAffidavit-VIET.pdf    Housingaffidavit-EN.pdf  Housingaffidavit-SPAN.pdf