Resources for EHCY
With the support of our HEP Liason Advisory Council, our Homeless Education Program has compiled resources that can be used by LEA/Charter Homeless Education Liaisons and resources specifically for parents.
Resources
State and Local Resources for Unaccompanied Youth Experiencing Homeless
The HEP Liasion Advisory Committee created a padlet that hosts various resources across the state for our Homeless education liaisons to utilize.
The Safe Place program provides outreach and prevention programs as well as a 24/7 crisis shelter (Open Hands)
- 24/7 hotline: 602.841.5799
- 24/7 text line: 69866 or HELP (44357)
- Safe Place sites (Quick Trip gas stations, Valley Metro, and several more sites)
Homeless Youth Connection 9950 W. Van Buren, Suite 114, Avondale, AZ 85323 Office: (623) 374-3747
Home Base Youth Services 4520 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 602-263-5531
Our Family Services 2590 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson, AZ 85712 (520) 323-1708
Youth on Their Own (YOTO) 1660 N. Alvernon Way – Tucson, Arizona 85712 520.293.1136
The Lighthouse Project Program 1037 E 34th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 520-909-0754
Northland Family Help Center 24-Hour Crisis Line: 928-527-1800
Homeless Education Policies and Resources for Homeless Education Liaisons
This section provides Arizona local homeless education liaisons with resources to help build capacity with the McKinney-Vento Program. The Homeless Liaison Toolkit is the handbook for the liaison role.
Local liaisons play a critical role in the implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act. Local liaison responsibilities can be found here: Liaison Duties.
ADE PowerPoint for Liaison and District Use
Arizona Best Practice for 10 Day Unexcused Absences Drop from Enrollment
Arizona Dispute Resolution: Student/Family vs. LEA
Arizona Dispute Resolution LEA vs. LEA
Arizona Guidance on Title I, Part A Education of Homeless Children and Youth
Arizona Guidance on Immunizations
Arizona Department of Child Safety-Duty to Report Child Abuse
Arizona Letter of Denial (sample form)
McKinney-Vento Toolbox: Constructing a Robust and Rigorous Homeless Education Program
Allowable use of McKinney-Vento Fund
Arizona Guidance on Title I, Part A Education of Homeless Children and Youth
Identifying Children and Youth in Homeless Situations- Law into Practice Brief
How to Identify Homeless Students in Doubled Up Situations
Confirming Eligibility for McKinney Vento Rights and Services
Supporting the Education of Unaccompanied Homeless Students-Law into Practice Brief
Unaccompanied Youth Eligibility Flow Chart
Determining Eligibility for McKinney Vento Rights & Service-Best Practice Brief
Enrolling Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness in School- Law in Practice
Guiding the Discussion on School Selection- Best Practice Brief
Enrollment Documents (Sample forms):
- State Sample Eligibility Questionnaire
- State Sample Caregiver Authorization
- State Sample Best Interest Determination for School Placement
Serving Students Experiencing Homelessness under Title 1, Part A- Law into Practice Brief
Homeless status verification letter for student for FAFSA
FAFSA administrator's letter for Unaccompanied Youth
ADE Early Childhood Education Website
Early Care and Education for Young Children Experiencing Homelessness- Best Practice Brief
Preschool and the McKinney Vento Act (NAEHCY)
SchoolHouse Connection- Overcoming Homelessness Through Education
Public Notice Poster for Parents-English
Public Notice Poster for Parents-Spanish
Public Notice Poster for Youth- English
Public Notice Poster for Youth-Spanish
Public Notice Poster Order Form (NCHE)
ADE Homeless Education Flyer for Public Notice
Transporting Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness-Law into Practice Brief
Transportation for Homeless Children and Youth: Strategies for Rural School Districts- Tip Sheet
Transportation Agreement Form (sample)
**NAEHCY/PHOENIX ELEMENTARY SD #1 Folder information**
Parent Resources for Enrollment and School Services
The educational rights of children and youth experiencing homelessness are established under the McKinney-Vento Act. This act is the primary piece of federal legislation dealing with the education of children and youth experiencing homelessness in the United States. It was reauthorized as the Every Child Succeeds Act in 2015. According to the McKinney-Vento definition, children and youth must be considered homeless to qualify for these rights. ADE Homeless Education Flyer for Public Notice
Please see the ADE Contact Information page for assistance in enrolling your student(s) at a new school or receiving transportation back to their school of origin.
NCHE: Parent Resource Brochure
This webpage from the National Center for Homeless Education provides specific resources for parents experiencing homelessness.
NCHE: Supporting Homeless Children and Youth with Disabilities- Information for Parents
This article provides information for parents about getting school help for children who may have special needs.
ADE Exceptional Student Services
ESS ensures that public education agencies in Arizona have special education programs, policies, and procedures that comply with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its implementing regulations and that eligible children and youth with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE). ESS provides professional learning opportunities, provides technical assistance to schools, supports the needs of families of students with disabilities, monitors schools for compliance with the regulations that implement the IDEA, and administers the IDEA Entitlement grant.
Below are resources for housing and support services:
- Arizona 2-1-1 provides statewide resources on several topics. You can call 2-1-1 from any phone or visit their website at: https://211arizona.org
- Feeding America is just one of many food banks that provide needed food to the community. Visit their website to find one close to you: https://www.feedingamerica.org/hunger-in-america/arizona
- Arizona Housing Coalition The link below provides housing and information on federal assistance by county. https://www.azhousingcoalition.org/needhelp.html
ADE Early Childhood Education: Preschool resources