Homeless (McKinney-Vento) Program
The McKinney-Vento Program is designed to minimize the impact of homelessness on children's education. A number of situation qualify as "homeless" under McKinney-Vento definitions, some of which might not be obvious to persons experiencing homelessness. You or someone you care about may be considered homeless under the terms of the McKinney-Vento Act. Qualifying conditions can include living:
- in a shelter
- with more than one family in a house or apartment
- in a motel, car or campsite
- with friends or family members (other than parent/guardian)
Children who are determined to be living in a homeless situation receive different kinds of help. For example, children living in a homeless situation can:
- register without undue delay despite missing some otherwise required paperwork
- receive free breakfast and lunch
If you are living in a situation where you have recently lost your home, you should call your district's homeless liaison.
Contact Alex Nonnemacher, Homeless Liaison, at 856.728-3945 ext. 5514 for more information.
Residency Questionnaire (pdf download)
