If you have lost your housing due to a family crisis, unemployment, an eviction, or financial issues, you may be eligible for services under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, which protects children and youth who lack a fixed, regular and adequate nighttime accommodation by providing additional rights and educational support services.
You may be eligible for services if you are:
FUSD McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Program Services you may qualify for include:
Enrolling Students Experiencing Homelessness
Schools CANNOT refuse to enroll a homeless student for lack of records (e.g., school records, transcript, IEP, MET, birth certificate or immunization records) or proof of a home address. The McKinney-Vento law requires that homeless students be enrolled immediately. School personnel are to enroll and have students attend school while records are requested.
If you believe you qualify for the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Program or know of a student who may be experiencing homelessness, please contact:
Family Resource Center (located at Summit High School - 4000 N Cummings St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004)
FACTS
Under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Act, students are provided with immediate enrollment.
A comprehensive list of varying services and organizations in Flagstaff to help those in need.
Resources on housing and shelters in Flagstaff.
Resources for getting food in the Flagstaff area.
Resources for physical, mental and behavioral health for adults and children in the Flagstaff area.