homeless student information and resources
Ryan Sticka
District McKinney-Vento Liaison
503-623-8480
Carmen Halcom
Administrative Assistant
503-623-8480
HOMELESS STUDENT ASSISTANCE (MCKINNEY-VENTO)
IF YOU LIVE IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SITUATIONS, YOU MAY QUALIFY FOR CERTAIN RIGHTS OR PROTECTIONS UNDER THE MCKINNEY-VENTO ASSISTANCE ACT:
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Do not have a permanent address
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Share housing with relatives or friends because you lost your housing or employment
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Live in a shelter or motel
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Live in a campground, car, park, street or other temporary shelter
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ELIGIBLE STUDENTS HAVE THE RIGHT TO:
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Enroll in school immediately even without proof of address
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Choose your child’s last school or school closest to where you are living
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Get transportation to and from school for your child
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Participate in your child’s education
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Dispute enrollment or transportation decisions
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Receive program services:
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* School supplies * Immediate access to school meals * Educational advocacy and support * Referrals to community agencies * Special events and activities.
IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR IF YOU THINK YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE, PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE:
