McKinney-Vento Toolbox: Constructing a Robust and Rigorous Homeless Education Program

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This toolbox helps schools support homeless children and youth. It describes how to fully use the McKinney-Vento Act to meet their needs every day and during disasters. The toolbox includes lessons learned from the 2005 Gulf Coast hurricanes recovery process, offering practical advice and resources for schools. Schools can find more information through provided links to improve their programs for homeless education.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Emergency Managers; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Response; Recovery; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Child Welfare; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Education; Ill-Housed Persons; Schools; Homeless Youth

Institutions: U.S. Department of Education; National Center for Homeless Education

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