McKinney-Vento Act

McKinney-Vento Act Student’s Name Institution Course Professor Date Homelessness is a critical issue that affects numerous families, imposing significant challenges on young children. The McKinney-Vento Act was enacted in the 100th United States Congress to provide urgent assistance in protecting and improving the safety and lives of the homeless (Popp & Crockett, 2024). The act puts special emphasis on handicapped persons, elderly persons, and families with children. Homeless children are defined in this act as those who lack a fixed, adequate, and regular nighttime residence. The act has key provisions that support children hailing from homeless families. School districts are required to keep homeless children in their schools of origin unless it is against the wishes of the parents or guardians. These children are also transported to and from schools using the school’s resources. Homeless children must be immedia...