A Special Education Teacher, Administrator and Lawyer walk into a bar....all you ever wanted to know about special education
In this podcast, we hope to share information, lessons learned, interviews with VIPs in the field of special education. Join Robin Fabiano, Abby Hanscom and Angela Smagula as they bring diverse viewpoints and some humor to an otherwise serious topic.
A Special Education Teacher, Administrator and Lawyer walk into a bar....all you ever wanted to know about special education
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Listen in as Robin, Angela and Abby discuss the protections and supports available for students who are experiencing Homelessness. They discuss the ins and outs of the Federal Law that governs this topic - The McKinney Vento Homeless Assistance Act.
Guidance and Resources
- McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance — Advisories
- DESE Guidance on Data Collection
- Guidance on Fixed, Regular, and Adequate Housing: Identifying Family and Youth Homelessness
- Flyers and Brochures for Families
- US Department of Agriculture Guidance for Homeless Children in School Nutrition Programs
- Non-Regulatory Guidance: Education for Homeless Children and Youths Program
Federal and State Laws
- McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act (Title Vii Part B of McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance and Title IX Part A of ESSA.)
- Massachusetts Caregivers Affidavit
Here's more information about Homeless Youth
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