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Strategies for Coordinating McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and Title I, Part A
This session will explore how Local Education Agencies (LEAs) can better support students experiencing homelessness by understanding the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, key funding sources, and practical strategies. Across the U.S., over 1.4 million students experience homelessness, facing barriers like frequent school moves, lack of transportation, and unmet basic needs. Dedicated funding improves identification, attendance, and achievement, yet more than 75% of LEAs do not receive direct funding through the Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) program. For many districts, Title I, Part A set-aside funds are a vital and flexible support. The session will offer an overview of McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act requirements, common funding challenges, and how Title I, Part A funds can be strategically used. Attendees will leave with practical tools and collaborative strategies to improve outcomes and strengthen support for students experiencing homelessness.
This talk was presented at:
2026 National ESEA Conference
February 2026
in
Denver, CO
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Speakers
Karen Rice
Karen Rice joins SchoolHouse Connection from Madison, WI, bringing 10 years of district-level experience in roles such as District Translator/Interpreter, Transitional Education Coordinator, and Bilingual Family Liaison. Her work has focused on family engagement and professional development to support students experiencing homelessness and the Latinx community. Karen holds a Bachelor’s in Spanish and Education from the University of Northwestern St. Paul and a Master’s in Education–Professional Counseling from Concordia University Wisconsin. In 2017, she joined the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction as the State Coordinator for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth and Coordinator of the Migrant Education Program. Karen provided statewide training and capacity building to support school and regional staff.
Anasofia Trelles
Anasofia began her career in New York City public schools and went on to serve at the New York Technical Assistance Center for Homeless Students. She brings deep expertise in the McKinney-Vento Act and has worked closely with school districts and state agencies across the country to provide hands-on support and drive improvements in policies and practices for students experiencing homelessness, their families, and McKinney-Vento liaisons. Anasofia holds a Bachelor’s degree in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from The College of New Jersey and a Master’s degree in Education Policy from Teachers College, Columbia University.
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