Homeless & Foster Care Program

McKinney-Vento Services

The McKinney-Vento Education of Homeless Children and Youth Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for students who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime residence due to economic reasons.

Students experiencing homelessness and their families are entitled to critical support services to help provide stability and assistance during a challenging time. School social workers help to eliminate barriers to academic success by providing counseling support, school-based and community resources, and assistance with referrals to meet basic needs to minimize the harmful effects of homelessness. Additionally, school social workers ensure that the services provided to these students meet federal compliance guidelines.

If you are struggling with a housing crisis (i.e., you live in a motel or shelter, are living in someone else’s home, on the street, etc.), please contact our central office at 706-367-5151 and ask for our homeless liaison staff before changing your child’s school to see if you qualify for assistance.