The McKinney-Vento Act requires that states and local education agencies (LEAs) follow a dispute process if a family or unaccompanied youth disagrees with a determination made by an LEA regarding homeless status, school enrollment, or school selection.
Region 2 Dispute Resolution
Please contact the Region 2 ECYEH Office in advance for feedback and guidance before denying a family or student enrollment. The Region 2 ECYEH Office can help to mitigate situations and often prevent disputes.