Homeless Families Program

The McKinney-Vento Assistance Act provides certain rights and protections for families experiencing homelessness. According to McKinney-Vento, anyone who lacks a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence is homeless.

McKinney Vento News & Updates

• Fall, 2011

Parents & Unoccupied Youth Survey

Brochure for Families in Transition

Homeless Tips for Staff

• Tip #1 -Definition of Homelessness (according to McKinney-Vento)
• Tip #2 - "Are all children and youth who live with friends or relatives considered homeless?"
• Tip #3 - Referral Process
• Tip #4 - Can the enrollment of a homeless student be delayed until appropriate records are received?
• Tip #5 - Recognizing Possible Signs
• Tip #6 - Can a child or youth identified as homeless be denied enrollment because they are not accompanied by a parent or guardian?
• Tip #7 - Ensuring opportunities for extra-curricular activities
• Tip #8 - Transportation for Homeless Students
• Tip #9 - Families and Students in Transition

Letters for Families

• English
• Español
• Hmoob

For further information regarding the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and your rights, view this 11 minute presentation.

SASD Board Policies Regarding Homeless Students

• 5146.2 - Policy
• 5146.2 (a) - Rules

For more information about services provided to homeless families, contact:

John Mees, Homeless Support
(920) 946-0479 |

Mark Holzman, Director of Instructional Services
(920) 459-3781