HOMELESS SUPPORT SERVICE - (631) 812-3162

The McKinney-Vento Act is a federal law that provides services to families and unaccompanied youth who live in temporary housing situations due to loss of housing. Educational rights are parent-driven and are in the best interest of the child based on parental choice.

Educational rights for students in homeless situations:

• Identification of students

• Immediate enrollment

• Removal of barriers to school enrollment, including enrollment documentation

• School selection

• Transportation assistance

• Immediate eligibility for free child nutrition