McKinney-Vento Act
What is the McKinney-Vento Act?
Title IX, Part A
Protects the rights of homeless children and youth to receive a free and appropriate public education.
Fundamental rights of Education for Homeless Students:
A free, appropriate public education
An Education in a mainstream school environment
Prompt resolution of disputes regarding educational placement
No isolation or stigmatizing due to homelessness
Provide the same services offered to other students
Participation in federal, state, and local food programs (if criteria are met
Continued education in the school of origin or school most accessible, whichever is in the best interest of the child
Consider parental requests in determining school assignments