The Division of Performance and Accountability is beginning the 2026–2027 school year with McKinney-Vento professional development opportunities. Each session is designed for different school staff who play an important role in identifying and supporting students experiencing homelessness.

Whether staff are new to McKinney-Vento or would benefit from a refresher, these opportunities are intended to strengthen BIE's collective efforts to identify, connect, and support students experiencing homelessness.

Resources

Session

  • Session 1

    Virtual

    McKinney-Vento 101 for School Administrators and Business Staff

    This session will provide administrators and business staff with an overview of McKinney-Vento requirements, school responsibilities, and considerations for supporting students experiencing homelessness.

    Date
    Thursday, September 3, 2026
    Time
    9:30am - 10:30am Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration
  • Session 2

    Virtual

    McKinney-Vento 101 for New Local Homeless Liaisons

    Designed for newly appointed liaisons, this session will provide a foundation for understanding McKinney-Vento eligibility, identification, educational rights, liaison responsibilities, and available resources.

    Date
    Tuesday, September 8, 2026
    Time
    2:30pm - 3:30pm Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration
  • Session 3

    Virtual

    McKinney-Vento 101 for Paraprofessionals and Support Staff

    This session will help paraprofessionals and support staff recognize signs that a student or family may be experiencing homelessness and understand how they can help connect students to the Local Homeless Liaison for support.

    Date
    Thursday, September 10, 2026
    Time
    9:00am - 10:00am Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration
  • Session 4

    Virtual

    BIE McKinney-Vento Office Hour

    The Office Hour is an opportunity for Local Homeless Liaisons and other school staff to drop in with questions, seek clarification, or receive technical assistance related to McKinney-Vento implementation. There is no formal presentation but bring your questions and join us for an open discussion.

    Date
    Thursday, September 24, 2026
    Time
    1:00pm - 2:00pm Mountain Daylight Time
    Registration