The National Center for Homeless Education (NCHE) at SERVE provides research-based resources, technical assistance, and policy guidance to states, districts, and schools serving children and youth experiencing homelessness. NCHE supports implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act through toolkits, briefs, webinars, and data resources. Its work helps educators build capacity, strengthen compliance, and improve educational outcomes for students experiencing housing instability. This web page provides extensive resources and technical assistance to support effective implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act by state education agencies, school districts, and community organizations. The site offers guidance documents, training materials, toolkits, and webinars that address key challenges such as student identification, enrollment, and service delivery for homeless children and youth. Visitors can find national policy updates, data and research, FAQs, and opportunities for technical support. This central hub is invaluable for educators, administrators, policymakers, and community partners working to ensure educational equity, remove barriers, and promote school success for children and youth experiencing homelessness.
