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Committee hears how McKinney‑Vento funds are used; district calls them temporary supports, not direct rent payments
Summary
District staff told the Finance & Operations Committee that McKinney‑Vento funds provide short‑term supports and referrals for unhoused students, routed through local partners and the statewide 2‑1‑1 intake system; the district said about $50,000 is allocated to stretch across nearly 700 students.
Doctor Yarbrough asked staff to explain how McKinney‑Vento funds are accepted and used. A district presenter responded that McKinney‑Vento is intended for temporary supports and referrals rather than direct payment of rent or long‑term housing. The district partners with referral agencies such as Christian Community Action to connect families to food, shelter referrals and short‑term…
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