1. Homelessness: A Fringe Issue?
McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act of 2001 – Title X, Part C of the
No Child Left Behind Act – Sec 725
Walla Walla Public Schools
Awareness Training
Walla Walla, Washington

3. Check the boxes of areas that could apply to you?
Could you ever experience a flood, fire, tornado, or other natural disaster?
Do you work in an area of the economy where your job might become obsolete?
Could you ever suffer from a long-term illness or accident without proper health benefits or other compensations?
Do you live in a household with only one full-time wage earner?
Are you behind in your monthly bills?
Are housing costs in your area increasing faster than wages?
Does anyone in your family struggle with addiction or mental health issues?
Could you ever face extreme financial difficulty without family or close friends available to come to your aid?

4. SCORE ONE (1) POINT FOR EACH BOX CHECKED!

5. If you scored at least a one, you are not immune to homelessness
If you scored at least a one, you are not immune to homelessness. YES, this could be YOU!

7. What Qualifies A Student As Homeless?
Doubled-Up
Hotel/Motel
Trailer Park
Campgrounds
and Parks
Temporary
Foster Care
Abandoned
Building
Shelters (ex: YWCA, Christian Aid)
Vehicles

8. Poor Health/Nutrition Attendance and Transportation Issues
Warning Signs
Lack of Continuity
Poor Health/Nutrition
Attendance and Transportation Issues
Poor Hygience
Lack of Privacy and Personal Space
After-School Lagging
Social/Behavioral Concerns
Reactions and Statements from Parents or Child

9. What Funding is Available?
Federal Unfunded Mandate –
Limited funding available through Title I dollars
Intervention Specialists collaborate with Building Administrators and Community Agencies to utilize building or privately donated monies
Supplies and Materials directly related to school
School Fees
Field Trip Expenses
Transportation to and from school
Food Services
Limited After-School Tutoring

10. What Can You Do to Help These Children?
Be familiar with the characteristics
Improve sensitivity
Adjust assignments
Enroll in food service program
Ensure opportunity for inclusion in
all activities
Communicate with parents
Connect with after-school tutoring
programs
Provide snacks
Hold students accountable for learning
Consider preparing a “new student” packet
Introduce new students and assign buddy
Connect with student who leaves with a note, picture, card
Continue to connect with student by providing school contact information (business card)

11. What are the rights of these students?
These students have the right to…
Immediate enrollment in school, even if lacking paperwork normally required for enrollment.
Attend school in his/her school of origin (if this is required by the parent and is feasible) or in the school in the attendance area where the family or youth is currently residing.
Receive transportation to his/her school of origin, if this is requested by the parent.
Services comparable to those received by housed schoolmates (supplemental educational services)
Attend school along with children not experiencing homelessness.

12. THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO!
We know that you are the ones who fund our children, those with and those without….with your own personal “homeless” fund. Your caring ways continue to make a difference in the life of each student. Thank you for making a difference!

13. Who Do I Contact for More Information?
Building Liaison District Liaison Connie Taylor-Randall State Liaison Melinda Dyer National Center For Homeless Education (Toll-free Helpline Number)