Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
The Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness program (ECYEH) is an initiative of the Pennsylvania Department of Education, and is based on the federal McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. This federal legislation ensures that homeless children and youth have access to a free, appropriate, public education.
McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act
Children and youth are eligible for services under the McKinney-Vento Act if they have been displaced from their homes and are living in a place that is not fixed, regular, or adequate, such as:
Your Rights
Under McKinney-Vento, children and youth experiencing homelessness have the right to:
If you believe your child may be eligible, contact our local liaison to find out what services and supports may be available. There also may be supports available for your preschool-age children.
WPSD Homeless Liaison
which outlines the process for enrolling students experiencing homelessness including the dispute resolution process.
which contains links to the Basic Education Circulars (BEC), the state plan, program fact sheets, the dispute resolution process and other information.