McKinney Vento Homeless Act Information
Homeless students: McKinney-Vento Act
Educational Rights of Homeless Students
The federal law known as the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act requires that states and school districts eliminate barriers to immediate school enrollment for students experiencing homelessness.
Homeless Students are Entitled To:
- FREE Lunch at TLSA
- Transportation to and from TLSA
- Support from teachers at TLSA
- Information on available resources outside of school
- Remain enrolled at CVA despite changes in living location
- Equal opportunities for school success
Identification of Homeless Students
Homeless students are identified at Twin Lakes STEM Academy in multiple ways. Families can indicate their living situation through the registration process or alert the TLSA Homeless Liaison (contact info below) if they experience changes in their living status. TLSA strives to support our students by promoting school stability and connecting students and families with the resources they need for academic success.
TLSA’s Liaison for Homeless Students
To request more information or to identify a student as homeless, please contact TLSA’s Homeless Liaison:
Elena Hanson
elena.hanson@twinlakesacademy.org
763-338-9373
Resources for Students and Families: