§ 49-50-1701. Part Definitions
As used in this part, “homeless child or youth” and “homeless student” have the same meaning as “homeless children and youths” in the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. § 11434a(2)).
§ 49-50-1702. Leas’ Duties to Homeless Students — Technical Assistance for Homeless-Student Liaisons
In accordance with the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. § 11431 et seq.), LEAs must: Provide educational services and support to homeless students; and Designate a local liaison responsible for ensuring homeless students are identified and have a full and equal opportunity to succeed in school. The department of education shall provide technical assistance […]
§ 49-50-1703. Obtaining Minor’s Birth Certificate and State-Issued Identification Card for Homeless Child
A minor may obtain a copy of the minor’s birth certificate from the department of health and a state-issued identification card from the department of safety; provided, that the minor has been verified as a homeless child or youth by at least one (1) of the following: A director or designee of a governmental or […]