Tips for Educators and School Staff
Supporting the students and families during times of transition is our utmost priority. When you have questions or concerns, please know that you can contact your District McKinney-Vento Liaison. In addition, there are numerous resources available to you. Below are some resources to help guide you.
National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE)
The NCHE houses numerous resources for educators and staff regarding policy, services, and guidance in serving students and families in transition. You can reach their website at https://nche.ed.gov/. THE NCHE homeless education toll-free helpline can be reached at (800) 308-2145 or homeless@serve.org. (Assistance is available in English and Spanish. | Ayuda está disponible en inglés y español.)
Helpful Documents to Support Students and Programming
Knowing when a student may qualify for services under McKinney-Vento Act is not always easy. Listed below are documents to support your understanding and process to ensure students are receiving the support they may need.
MKV-Eligibility-Flowchart.pdfMcKinney-Vento Eligibility Flow Chart for Determination
Identification-Tool-for-School-Staff_FINAL-s (1).pdfIdentification Tool for School Staff
160315ehcyfactsheet072716.pdfSupporting the Success of Homeless Children and Youths
2017-10-16_NAEHCY-FAQs.pdfFAQ Education Rights of Children & Youth in Homeless Situations
Additional Resources
There are levels of support available in Texas. Below are links to your regional and state levels of support and educational tools. Your district-designated McKinney-Vento Liaison is your central point of contact. The efforts and tools listed by the regional and state level are designed to support you and your district liaison.
The REACH Project at ESC Region 11
For information regarding Regjon 11 support regarding McKinney-Vento programming standards please visit the REACH Project website.
Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth (TEHCY) Program
For information regarding Texas law and support regarding McKinney-Vento programming standards please visit the TEHCY website.
TEA provides webinars throughout the year regarding effective programming for students and families. You are welcome to view these videos by visiting their YouTube page.