Approximately 4.2 million youth and young adults experience some form of homelessness each year. Meeting the needs of unaccompanied homeless youth is one of the important responsibilities of a McKinney-Vento liaison. This webinar will focus on using the provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act to determine eligibility for benefits and to provide the supports that foster academic success.

By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:

 

• Identify the key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act as it relates to the rights of unaccompanied homeless youth.

• Describe the educational barriers that impact academic growth and determine strategies to ensure success.

• Acquire strategies to support the education and social-emotional success of students experiencing temporary housing.

• Use resources to meet the needs of unaccompanied homeless youth.