Registration is open for the 2026 Bureau of Indian Education McKinney-Vento Education for Homeless Children and Youth Virtual Conference, hosted by the Division of Performance and Accountability.

Theme: From Access to Belonging: Building Supports for Students Experiencing Homelessness

This four-day conference will feature engaging sessions, collaborative discussions, and practical resources designed to strengthen work in supporting students experiencing homelessness. Sessions will highlight cross-program coordination, culturally responsive practices, and strategies grounded in data and allowable use of funds.

Participants are encouraged to register for each day they plan to attend.

We look forward to your participation as we come together to strengthen systems of support and ensure access, stability, and belonging for all students.

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Resources

Session

  • Session 1

    Virtual

    Day 1
    Date
    Tuesday, May 5, 2026
    Time
    9:30am - 12:30pm Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration
  • Session 2

    Virtual

    Day 2
    Date
    Wednesday, May 6, 2026
    Time
    9:30am - 12:30pm Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration
  • Session 3

    Virtual

    Day 3
    Date
    Wednesday, May 13, 2026
    Time
    9:30am - 12:30pm Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration
  • Session 4

    Virtual

    Day 4
    Date
    Thursday, May 14, 2026
    Time
    9:30am - 12:30pm Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration