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McKinney-Vento- Texas Education for Homeless Children and Youth (TEHCY) Program
Yorktown ISD Liaison is Ashley Chandler, Director of Federal, State, and Studen Programs.
The McKinney-Vento Act defines homeless as children lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate residence. If any one of the three conditions is missing, the child is considered homeless.
Fixed: Stationary, permanent, not subject to change
Regular: Used on a regular (nightly) basis
Adequate: Sufficient for meeting both the physical and psychological needs typically met in home environments
McKINNEY-VENTO PROTECTION
WHAT TO DO IF YOU QUALIFY FOR McKINNEY-VENTO PROTECTION:
If you qualify for protection under the McKinney-Vento Act, you have access to certain rights and protections. There are several steps you can take to ensure that you are accessing all of the benefits your community may offer.
Know Your Rights
The McKinney-Vento Act grants legal protections so that children and youth (ages 5-21 years) may enroll in, attend, and have the opportunities to succeed in school. Read the following fact sheets provided by THEO to learn more about your rights and techniques for dealing with your children in a crisis situation.
The Educational Rights of Students in Homeless Situations: What Service Providers Should Know
Other Resources:
A Judicial Guide: Identifying and Serving Youth Experiencing Homelessness
Liaison Resource Guide - A compilation of some online resources organized by topic.
2-1-1 Texas - A free service that can refer you to appropriate social service agencies and provide their contact information. It is supported by the state’s Health and Human Service Commission's Texas Information and Referral Network. This service can be accessed via its website (searchable by service type and location) or by phone (dial 2-1-1).
Texas Network of Youth Services
National Center for Homeless Education
National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth
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