Homelessness
McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act
The School District of Marshfield makes every effort to identify and provide services and referrals for any family or student experiencing homelessness as defined by McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act defines homeless children and youths as those who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. This definition also includes children and youth who are living in transition or sharing the housing of other persons due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or a similar reason.
The School District of Marshfield will strive to remove barriers to education and graduation, and will assist families and youth to meet basic needs. Please refer to the McKinney-Vento brochure for further information about eligibility and rights.
If you believe you or your family would qualify under the McKinney-Vento Act, please contact your School Counselor.
Contacts
If you believe you may be eligible, contact your local school liaison to find out about eligibility and supports available. There may be supports available for preschool-age children.
Local Liaison
Tracey Kelz, Director of Student Services
School District of Marshfield-Central Office
Phone: 715-387-1101
State Coordinator & National Resources
Kristine Nadolski, State EHCY Coordinator
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Phone: 608-267-7338
National Center for Homeless Education
1-800-308-2145
http://nche.ed.gov
If you or your family lives in any of the following situations you may qualify for certain rights and protections under the McKinney-Vento Act.
Students who do not have a fixed, adequate, and/or regular nighttime residence, who are:
- In an emergency or transitional shelter. -
- With friends or relatives due to loss of housing or economic hardship (doubled up). -
- In a motel, hotel, or campground. -
- In a car, bus or train station, or other public space. -
- In an abandoned building or some other inadequate accommodations. -
- Unaccompanied youth: youth living apart from parent and no arrangements were made for the child's care or parents have denied housing. -
Eligible Students & Families Have The Right To:
A free and appropriate public education
Immediately enroll in school and attend classes
Even without required documents.
School Choice
Stay at the school attended when permanently housed or enroll in the current school.
Transportation
Receive transportation assistance to/from school.
School Fees Help
Assistance with school fees and referrals to other community resources.
Free meals
Automatically eligible for free breakfast and lunch.
Access
Access to the same programs and services as all students.
Students in Special Education
Receive special education services.