McKinney-Vento (Educational Support Services for homeless youth)

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act guarantees rights and services for homeless students. 

We can help if you live in any of the following situations:

• in a shelter, motel, vehicle or campground
• on the street
• in an abandoned building, trailer or other inadequate space
• with friends or relatives because you cannot find or afford housing
• in a temporary foster care placement

We offer the following educational support services:

• registration information
• assist with student enrollment
• support parents with efforts to maintain current school placement throughout period of transition
• access to food programs
• direct certification for free school meals
• ensure students receive all special programs and services as provided to all other students
• when available, provide funding to assist students wanting to participate in District 750 sponsored extracurricular activities