The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act is the federal law that governs the educational rights of children and youth in homeless situations. This act was reauthorized under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) in 2015.
For additional information on the educational rights of homeless children and youth, you may visit these recommended sites:
The McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act
www.naehcy.org
Student's Rights
Clayton County Public Schools shall provide an educational environment that treats all students with dignity and respect. Every homeless student shall have equal access to the same free and appropriate educational opportunities as students who are not homeless. This commitment to the educational rights of homeless children and youth applies to all services, programs, and activities provided or made available by the Clayton County Public Schools.
Georgia Department of Education Video
Homeless Awareness
Watch Video
Please click link below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Owwwztok2pQ
McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution Procedures
McKinney-Vento Written Notification of Enrollment Decision
HED Know Your Rights Handout
McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution Appeal Form Page 1
McKinney-Vento Dispute Resolution Appeal Form Page 2