McKinney-Vento Homeless Education

For students experiencing homelessness and unaccompanied youth

Important Contacts

MPS McKinney-Vento Staff

480-472-0291 | mckv@mpsaz.org

Arizona Department of Education

Homeless Education Program

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

The Education for Homeless Children and Youth program is authorized under Title VII-B of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. The McKinney-Vento Act is designed to address the challenges that homeless children and youth face in enrolling, attending, and succeeding in school. To be eligible to receive assistance, the McKinney-Vento Act defines

  • Homeless Children and Youth as individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.

  • Unaccompanied Youth as a homeless child (under the age of 18 years) not in the physical custody of a parent or legal guardian.

Rights of Homeless Students

McKinney-Vento Services

Eligible students may qualify for the following:

  • Before/After school MPS Xplore (selected sites)

  • Free breakfast and lunch

  • Assistance with school fees, fines, and supplies

  • Referrals to community agencies

  • Transportation, if applicable

Apply for McKinney-Vento Services
Confidential Questionnaire to determine eligibility

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Mental Health Support

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988 (call/chat)

Mental Health Care  844-MIND247 (call/chat)