Homelessness/Unstable Housing
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What is it?
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Act provides services to students who are experiencing homelessness. The purpose of McKinney-Vento is to provide homeless students school stability, school access, and support for academic success.Who is it for?
Students eligible for McKinney-Vento services lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. This includes students who are:- sharing the housing of others due to loss of housing, economic hardship or similar reasons
- students who are living in hotels, motels, trailer parks or campgrounds due to lack of adequate alternative accommodations
- living in emergency or transitional shelters
- abandoned in hospitals
- awaiting foster care placement
- living in a public or private place not designed for humans to live
- living in cars, parks, abandoned buildings, bus or train stations, etc.
- migratory children living in the above circumstances
How Yelm Supports its Homeless Youth
- Our school’s counselors complete the McKinney Vento Intake Process to best support our homeless youth. School counselors help navigate situations and provide the needed support for students.
- Our district frequently reviews and revises policies to break down barriers students and families may face.
- With community and district support, resources such as food, hygiene kits, shoes, clothing, and other necessities are provided for students.
- Transportation services are provided when needed.
Who do I contact for more information?
Contact your school counselor or the district homeless liaison at 360.458.6124 if you have or are a student who is currently homeless. Please complete the Housing Questionnaire (English) (Spanish) and submit to your school.
Posters & Resources
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Student Resources - Posters
These posters are currently available for download on the NCHE Resources page in English and Spanish.
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Parent Resources - Posters
Posters are currently available for download on the NCHE Resources page in English and Spanish.
The “What You Need to Know to Help Your Child in School” brochure explains the educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness and informs parents about ways in which they can support their children's education during times of mobility.
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Posters in Other Languages
- Cambodian 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
- Hmong 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
- Korean 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
- Russian 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
- Somali 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
- Ukranian 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
- Vietnamese 8halfx11 Letter | 11x17 Legal
Resources
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Contact:
Email: Student_Support@ycs.wednet.edu
Phone: 360.458.6124
Fax: 360.458.6450
Homeless Education in Washington (OSPI)