McKinney-Vento Act
McKinney-Vento Act
Supports for Students Experiencing Homelessness
The McKinney-Vento Act is a federal law in the United States that addressed the rights and protections of individuals and youth experiencing homelessness in the public education system. Under this program, schools must ensure each student experiencing homelessness has equal access to the same free, appropriate public education as other children and youth. The McKinney-Vento Act plays a crucial role to ensure educational stability and reduce barriers for students experiencing homelessness. For more information, contact the WWS District McKinney-Vento Liaison and explore the links below.
District McKinney-Vento Liaison:
Kyle Miller
Director of Student Support & Counseling
millerk@wws.k12.in.us
317-867-8038
Indiana Department of Education State Coordinator Contact Information:
Flora Jones
Director of Student Pathways & Opportunities
Charie Gibson
Homeless Education Specialist
317-232-0957
McKinneyVentoPOC@doe.in.gov
Resources:
Indiana Department of Education McKinney-Vento: Homeless Children & Youth
Family Promise of Hamilton County
Westfield Washington Township Trustee
Westfield Youth Assistance Program
National Association for the Education of Homeless Children & Youth