• SFIS POLICY - EDUCATION OF HOMELESS CHILDREN

    The McKinney-Vento Homeless Act defines “homeless children and youth” as individuals who lack a fixed, regular, or adequate night time residence. The rights and services under the McKinney-Vento Act and Title I are included in the Saint Francis Indian School Homeless policy.

    THE ST FRANCIS INDIAN SCHOOL POLICY IS TO

    • Ensure the immediate enrollment of children or youth experiencing homelessness until all enrollment records may be secure; i.e. academic records, medical records, proof of residency, or other documentation
    • Keep a student experiencing homelessness in the school of origin, except when parent or guardian waives that right.
    • Ensure the elimination of stigmatization or segregated services and elimination of other identified barriers for homeless children and youth
    • Provide children or youth experiencing homelessness with the same services offered to other students in the school, including the following:
      • Transportation services
      • Educational services for which the child or youth meets the eligibility criteria, such as services provided under Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, or similar state or local programs, educational programs for children with disabilities, and educational programs for students with limited English proficiency.
      • Programs in vocational and technical education.
      • Programs for gifted and talented students.
      • School nutrition programs.

    If you believe your child(ren) may qualify for McKinney-Vento (Homeless) services, please printout and complete the form below, then return it to your school Principal or Federal Programs Director (Admin Bldg).

    McKinney-Vento Eligibility Determination Form