School Transformation

The Homeless Education Network (HEN) supports students experiencing homelessness to reduce barriers to educational success.

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (Title IX, Part A of ESSA) is the primary piece of legislation related to the education of children and youth experiencing homelessness. Specific provisions ensure the enrollment, accessibility, and educational stability for students lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence.

Find your school's assigned specialist here.

To refer a student to another district, use this link to find their McKinney-Vento liaisons.

Go to the eligibility and training page to learn more.

• Institute for Children, Poverty and Homelessness

• National Association for the Education of Homeless Children and Youth

• National Center for Homeless Education

• School House Connection

• CDE McKinney-Vento Homeless Education

• Homeschooling

• Legislation and Guidance

• Opportunities in Higher Education for Unaccompanied Youth Experiencing Homelessness

• Catholic Charities

• Colorado Coalition for Homeless

• Colorado Crisis Services

• Denver Rescue Mission

• Department of Housing Stability

• Find Shelter in Denver

• Metro Denver Homeless Initiative

• Mile High Ministries

• Mile High United Way

• Volunteers of America

• College & Career Success

• Early Education

• Exceptional Student Services

• Family & Community Engagement

• Food & Nutrition Services

• Gifted & Talented

• Multilingual Education

• SchoolChoice

• Transportation

• Work at DPS