Educating children without housing : a primer on legal requirements and implementation strategies for educators, advocates and policymakers : pursuant to the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

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Where to find it

Law Library — 2nd Floor Collection (2nd floor)

Call Number
KF4217.H6 D84 2014
Status
Available

School of Government Library

Call Number
KF4217.H68 D84 2014
Status
Available

Contents

Issues of homelessness and education: causes and consequences -- Who is eligible for protections and services under the McKinney-Vento Act? Issues of definitions -- Who has primary responsibility for implementing the McKinney-Vento Act? -- School responsibilities and implementation strategies -- Young children without homes: creating access to early childhood education opportunities through three federal laws -- Youth -- Students involved in the child welfare system (foster care) -- Students with disabilities in homeless situations: the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act -- Supporting academic achievement: Title I, Part A requirements -- From homelessness to higher education: financial aid and college access -- Relevant federal guidance -- Case summaries -- You are not alone : resources for understanding and implementing the McKinney-Vento Act.

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