NCHE‘s McKinney-Vento Toolbox provides school districts and state agencies with a comprehensive suite of basic tools essential for building a rigorous and robust McKinney-Vento program. It includes practical guidance on implementation, sample documents, templates, checklists, and charts to streamline identification, enrollment, and support services for homeless children and youth—including those impacted by disasters. The toolbox emphasizes strong community collaboration, disaster planning and response, immediate academic and health supports, transportation, data management, and mental health resources. Designed for both new and experienced staff, it serves as a user-friendly technical assistance and training guide, enabling liaisons, administrators, and mental health personnel to meet the complex needs of students experiencing homelessness effectively and efficiently.
