McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act Program
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 |
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National Center on Homeless Education |
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National Network for Youth |
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Housing for Families with Children |
http://www.scchousingsearch.org |
For questions or to apply please contact the:
Student Services Department at (408) 928-6945