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McKinney-Vento Support for North Carolina School District Liaisons

We understand that as a McKinney-Vento liaison in North Carolina, you likely oversee multiple functions within your district. From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, our mission is to help you become the most effective liaison possible while optimizing your outreach efforts.

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The Challenge in North Carolina

North Carolina presents a diverse landscape for addressing student homelessness, from its growing urban hubs in the Piedmont to its vast, often sparsely populated rural and mountainous regions, and distinct coastal areas.

33,243 students were identified in the 2022-2023 school year; total enrollment was over 1.5 million; North Carolina's identification rate for students experiencing homelessness was at 2.2%.1 

Housing

A lack of safe, affordable, and stable housing is a pervasive struggle across North Carolina, significantly impacting educational access and stability for homeless students.
 
  • Many students experience homelessness by living in doubled-up situations due to economic hardship. 70.8% of all students experiencing homelessness in North Carolina in the 2022-2023 school year were identified as living in doubled-up situations.2
  • In urban areas, homelessness can be more visible due to concentrated services and shelters (emergency shelters, motels, or transitional housing).
  • Rural and suburban areas face challenges with "hidden" homelessness due to limited resources and fewer visible shelters. Families often rely on informal networks or may live in substandard or unsheltered conditions, making identification complex.
  • Coastal areas, often tourist destinations, experience significantly inflated housing costs and limited year-round supply due to high demand for vacation rentals and second homes, making permanent residency unaffordable for many local workers.

Transportation

Limited and costly transportation options across North Carolina contribute significantly to chronic absenteeism and difficulties in school attendance for homeless students.
 
  • In urban centers like Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro, challenges include the expense of public transit, long commutes across large metropolitan areas, and navigating complex transportation networks to maintain school stability.
  • In rural areas, primary obstacles are the sheer lack of public transportation, vast distances between residences and schools, and reliance on limited school bus routes that may not flexibly accommodate students' fluctuating living situations.

Did you know?

The national average of children and youth identified as experiencing homelessness is 3% of students enrolled in public education.3  North Carolina identified 2.2% during the 2022-2023 school year.

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How McKinney-Vento.org Supports North Carolina Liaisons

Streamlined Compliance

We help you meet federal regulations with up-to-date checklists, policy templates, and annual audit preparation tailored for North Carolina schools.

Enhanced Identification: Your "Army of Awareness"

Custom training materials and awareness campaigns adapted for rural and urban districts help staff recognize housing insecurity early.

Comprehensive Training

Live webinars and on-demand modules-covering trauma-informed practices, transportation logistics, and rural outreach-available year round.

Data Management and Funding Support

Tools to track students, manage eligibility, and access local/federal funding (e.g., Title I, II) help boost resource allocation.

Expert Guidance and Advocacy Support

Subject Matter Experts with many years of McKinney-Vento implementation are ready to provide support on challenging cases, work through situations and help you connect with resources to support your work.
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“ As I changed school districts this last year, I have become more aware of the homelessness in the school systems. I have moved to a district with many newcomers and most have come with out parents or guardians. This information is very helpful. I am going to pay more attention to situations and help when needed. ”

Cynthia J.

North Carolina

Why North Carolina Districts Choose McKinney-Vento.org

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McKinney-Vento.org delivers specialized training and compliance tools for identifying and supporting students experiencing homelessness under federal education law.

 

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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.

 

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

State Coordinator Contact

Lisa Phillips, State Coordinator Homeless Education Serve Center at UNCG
Phone: (336) 315-7491

Citations

1,2,3 Child and Youth Homelessness Data Profiles powered by University of Michigan Poverty Solutions and SHC  https://public.tableau.com/app/profile/schoolhouseconnection/viz/ChildandYouthHomelessnessDataProfiles/National 

Ready to Better Support North Carolina's Homeless Students?

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

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