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McKinney-Vento Support for Michigan 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 Michigan

Michigan identified over 32,700 students experiencing homelessness in the 2022-2023 school year-roughly 2.3% of its public school students1. With local education agencies spanning Detroit's urban core, post-industrial cities, and vast rural Upper Peninsula communities, ensuring every child facing housing instability is identified and supported remains a statewide challenge.

Post-Industrial Housing Instability

Economic decline in former manufacturing hubs like Flint and Saginaw has led to high vacancy rates, evictions, and unstable housing. 72.4% of students identified as homeless were staying in doubled-up accommodation.2

Seasonal Farm & Migrant Labor

Migrant families following seasonal crops across western Michigan create mid-year enrollment changes and language access challenges.

Rural Transportation Barriers

Remote northern districts in the Upper Peninsula face long bus routes and limited social services, complicating consistent attendance.  30% of students identified as homeless were also rural students.3

Identification Gaps

Several suburban and rural districts report low homeless counts relative to poverty levels, indicating continued under-identification and training needs.

Did you know?

On average, 2.8% of the national population is eligible for McKinney-Vento services4.  In Michigan, about 2.3% were identified in 2022-23-slightly below the national average, suggesting gaps remain.

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Michigan McKinney-Vento Resources

check-mark Michigan Department of Education (MDE) Homeless Education Program

check-mark Michigan State Housing Development Authority - ESG Grants

check-mark Detroit, Grand Rapids & Balance of State Continuum of Care networks

check-mark Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness youth services

check-mark MDE liaison listserv for district McKinney-Vento liaisons

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

How McKinney-Vento.org Supports Michigan Liaisons

Streamlined Compliance

State-aligned checklists, policy templates, and annual audit preparation make meeting federal and MDE requirements easier.

Enhanced Identification: Your "Army of Awareness"

Custom awareness campaigns and staff training help bus drivers, secretaries, and coaches spot signs of homelessness early.

Comprehensive Training

Webinars and on-demand modules cover trauma-informed practices, migrant family support, and rural transportation planning.

Data Management and Funding Support

Tools to track students, submit MDE reports, and maximize Title I set-asides and competitive grants.

Expert Guidance and Advocacy Support

One-on-one help from experts familiar with Michigan policy and partnerships with local Continuum of Care networks.
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Why Michigan Districts Choose McKinney-Vento.org

check-mark Michigan-Specific Expertise

Our platform accounts for post-industrial housing challenges, seasonal migrant worker needs, Upper Peninsula transportation barriers, and MDE reporting requirements.

 

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 Michigan's Homeless Students?

Join the Michigan 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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