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McKinney-Vento Support for Maryland School District Liaisons

We understand that as a McKinney-Vento liaison, you likely juggle multiple responsibilities within your district. Our mission is to help you become the most effective liaison possible while making your complex job more manageable.

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The Challenge in Maryland

Maryland identified almost 18,000 students who experienced homelessness in 2022-20231 roughly 2.0 of public school students. With education settings ranging from dense urban Baltimore City to rural Eastern Shore and Western Mountain counties, ensuring every child facing housing instability is identified and supported remains an urgent challenge.

Seasonal Tourism & Migrant Labor

Coastal counties see seasonal housing shortages and migrant worker families needing short-term placements, complicating enrollment and continuity.

Urban Housing Costs & Evictions

High rental prices and rising eviction filings in Baltimore City and Montgomery/Prince George's Counties drive frequent mobility and doubled-up living situations.  Student rate of those identified as homeless had 76.9% staying in doubled-up (shared accommodation)2

Transportation Across the Bay & Mountains

Students in Eastern Shore and Western Maryland face long commutes and limited public transit, making consistent school attendance harder.

Identification Gaps

Some smaller districts report low homeless counts despite high poverty levels-indicating continued under-identification and the need for more training.

Did you know?

On average, 2.8% of the national population is eligible for McKinney-Vento services3.  In Maryland the rate was 2% (below the national average) in 20234. There could also be gaps in the identification process, with higher rates in actuality.

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Maryland McKinney-Vento Resources

check-mark Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Homeless Education Program

check-mark Maryland Department of Housing - Emergency Solutions Grants

check-mark Rural Transit Assistance Program (RTAP) for student transport

check-mark Homeless Persons Representation Project youth legal assistance

Download our Maryland McKinney-Vento Quick Guide for essential state-specific information.

How McKinney-Vento.org Supports Maryland Liaisons

Streamlined Compliance

Navigate Maryland's diverse geography and MSDE requirements with our compliance tools designed for districts ranging from dense urban Baltimore City to rural Eastern Shore and Western Mountain counties. We provide streamlined documentation processes that account for seasonal tourism challenges and migrant worker family placements, helping districts maintain compliance despite frequent student mobility.

Enhanced Identification: Your "Army of Awareness"

Combat Maryland's under-identification challenges where smaller districts report low homeless counts despite high poverty levels, particularly addressing urban under-counts that persist statewide. Our targeted training programs address both urban housing costs and evictions in Baltimore City and Montgomery/Prince George's Counties, plus seasonal housing shortages in coastal areas.

Comprehensive Training

Access specialized training modules that address Maryland's unique challenges, from seasonal tourism impacts to navigating transportation barriers across the Bay and Mountains. Our programs provide year-round support for districts managing both urban housing crises and rural accessibility issues.

Data Management and Funding Support

Optimize your resources through tools that integrate with MSDE systems and help districts access Maryland Department of Housing Emergency Solutions Grants and Rural Transit Assistance Programs. We provide guidance to maximize federal and state funding opportunities.

Expert Guidance and Advocacy Support

Connect with coordinators who understand Maryland's unique urban-rural-coastal geography and can help you navigate the state's diverse local education agency challenges effectively. This ensures your students receive appropriate services despite transportation barriers and seasonal housing fluctuations.
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Why Maryland Districts Choose McKinney-Vento.org

check-mark Maryland-Specific Expertise

Our Maryland coordinators understand the unique challenges of serving students across the state's diverse geography, from dense urban areas facing high rental costs and evictions to rural Eastern Shore and Western Mountain counties with transportation barriers.

 

check-mark Proven Results Since 2014

Our track record speaks for itself – from small rural districts to large urban systems, we've consistently delivered measurable improvements in homeless student support and educational stability.

 

check-mark The Only Turnkey Solution Available

Stop piecing together incomplete solutions. We provide the industry's only comprehensive, turnkey McKinney-Vento implementation system designed specifically for today's educational environment.

 

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Ready to Better Support Maryland's Homeless Students?

Join the Maryland districts using McKinney-Vento.org to improve outcomes for students experiencing homelessness.

We'll help you find the funding and build internal support to make this program successful in your district.

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