What is the McKinney-Vento Act?
Education of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
The main objective of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvement Act of 2001 (Public Law 107-110, Subtitle B) is to make sure homeless youth have access to appropriate education while removing barriers that homeless children face. Its goal is to minimize interruptions to the education of homeless youth. The Western Wayne School District is committed to working collaboratively with families and local agencies to support homeless youth in our school community. If you believe you fall into the category of children in youth experiencing homelessness or know of someone who is please contact the homeless liaison listed below.
Below are number of useful documents and materials including information about local shelters and resources, and general information on what rights children and youths experiencing homelessness have.
- Dispute Letter English
- ECYEH General Guide
- FAQ Homeless Youth
- Homeless Poster Parent English
- Homeless Poster Youth English
- Homeless Staff Info Easy_to_Read_Guidance-School_Staff
- LACKAWANNA COUNTY HOMELESS SHELTERS AND RESOURCES
- PA Handbook for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
- The Rights of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
The Homeless Liaison of the
Western Wayne School District is:
Kerrie Fitzsimmons
1970C Easton Turnpike
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Phone: 1-800-321-9973 Option#3 ext. 5000
The Regional Coordinator for
Education of Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness is:
Mr. Jeff Zimmerman
368 Tioga Avenue
Kingston, PA 18704
Phone: (570)718-4613
Email: jzimmerman@liu18.org
Website: www.ecyeh7.com
