This resource provides information and support for homeless children and youth regarding their educational rights. It highlights the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, a federal law that ensures these students have the right to enroll in, attend, and fully participate in school, just like their peers. The Act mandates that local educational agencies (LEAs) provide homeless students with equal access to free public education, including preschools. It also outlines funding for programs that support the education of homeless children and youth.
Homeless Education
