NYS Technical and Educational Assistance Center for Homeless Students

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NYS TEACHS is here to help educators across New York State understand the eligibility and resources associated with McKinney-Vento legislation.

06/04/2026

It's not too late to register for today's webinar!

Data Collection & Reporting* (*Rest of State)
Presented in Collaboration w/ the NYS Office of Information and Reporting Services

Thursday, June 4
9:30-11:00 AM

Under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, local liaisons are required to identify students experiencing homelessness. Collecting data on students in temporary housing provides an opportunity for district liaisons to assess their implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act. Data also provides critical information that can be used to assess the educational development of students experiencing homelessness and design interventions that support learning to ensure academic success. This webinar will provide an opportunity to learn about data sources, the data verification process and the role of the Student Information Repository System (SIRS) in the data collection process and reporting of students experiencing homelessness. (Please invite your District’s Data Coordinator to participate in this webinar with you.)

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify the importance of collecting data and types of data sources for students in temporary housing.
• Describe the role of the Office of Information and Reporting Services in the collection of data on students in temporary housing.
• Summarize the data collection and reporting process as it relates to student in temporary housing.

06/03/2026

Don't miss tomorrow's webinar!

Data Collection & Reporting* (*Rest of State)
Presented in Collaboration w/ the NYS Office of Information and Reporting Services

Thursday, June 4
9:30-11:00 AM

Under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, local liaisons are required to identify students experiencing homelessness. Collecting data on students in temporary housing provides an opportunity for district liaisons to assess their implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act. Data also provides critical information that can be used to assess the educational development of students experiencing homelessness and design interventions that support learning to ensure academic success. This webinar will provide an opportunity to learn about data sources, the data verification process and the role of the Student Information Repository System (SIRS) in the data collection process and reporting of students experiencing homelessness. (Please invite your District’s Data Coordinator to participate in this webinar with you.)

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify the importance of collecting data and types of data sources for students in temporary housing.
• Describe the role of the Office of Information and Reporting Services in the collection of data on students in temporary housing.
• Summarize the data collection and reporting process as it relates to student in temporary housing.

06/01/2026

Many of our helpline calls are used to determine initial eligibility or necessary support. We have a team ready to help determine your case and ensure the rights of McKinney-Vento students in New York state are protected.

Unique, sometimes sad situations can make determining whether a student is eligible for McKinney-Vento designation difficult. The NYS TEACHS Helpline exists to support district liaisons in determining eligibility for students in unique circumstances and considers each situation on a case-by-case basis. Please call the Helpline at 800-388-2014 for assistance in determination.

05/28/2026

Don't miss next week's webinar!

Data Collection & Reporting* (*Rest of State)
Presented in Collaboration w/ the NYS Office of Information and Reporting Services

Thursday, June 4
9:30-11:00 AM

Under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, local liaisons are required to identify students experiencing homelessness. Collecting data on students in temporary housing provides an opportunity for district liaisons to assess their implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act. Data also provides critical information that can be used to assess the educational development of students experiencing homelessness and design interventions that support learning to ensure academic success. This webinar will provide an opportunity to learn about data sources, the data verification process and the role of the Student Information Repository System (SIRS) in the data collection process and reporting of students experiencing homelessness. (Please invite your District’s Data Coordinator to participate in this webinar with you.)

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify the importance of collecting data and types of data sources for students in temporary housing.
• Describe the role of the Office of Information and Reporting Services in the collection of data on students in temporary housing.
• Summarize the data collection and reporting process as it relates to student in temporary housing.

05/21/2026

It's not too late to sign up for today's webinar!

Breaking Barriers: Practical Strategies for Engaging Families of Students in Temporary Housing

Thursday, May 21
9:30-11:00 AM

For families experiencing temporary housing, schools can be either a source of significant stress or a place of stability and support. Moving beyond compliance with the McKinney-Vento Act, this session examines the relational practices needed to build authentic, trust-based partnerships with families in temporary housing. Participants will reflect on common challenges and expand their approaches to family engagement through practical, research-informed strategies.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act related to the rights of parents and guardians
• Distinguish between family engagement and family involvement
• Apply strategies to build trust and foster a sense of belonging within the school community
• Analyze common barriers to partnership and select aligned engagement strategies

05/20/2026

Don't miss tomorrow's webinar!

Breaking Barriers: Practical Strategies for Engaging Families of Students in Temporary Housing

Thursday, May 21
9:30-11:00 AM

For families experiencing temporary housing, schools can be either a source of significant stress or a place of stability and support. Moving beyond compliance with the McKinney-Vento Act, this session examines the relational practices needed to build authentic, trust-based partnerships with families in temporary housing. Participants will reflect on common challenges and expand their approaches to family engagement through practical, research-informed strategies.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act related to the rights of parents and guardians
• Distinguish between family engagement and family involvement
• Apply strategies to build trust and foster a sense of belonging within the school community
• Analyze common barriers to partnership and select aligned engagement strategies

05/18/2026

UPCOMING JUNE WEBINAR:

Data Collection & Reporting* (*Rest of State)
Presented in Collaboration w/ the NYS Office of Information and Reporting Services

Thursday, June 4
9:30-11:00 AM

Under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, local liaisons are required to identify students experiencing homelessness. Collecting data on students in temporary housing provides an opportunity for district liaisons to assess their implementation of the McKinney-Vento Act. Data also provides critical information that can be used to assess the educational development of students experiencing homelessness and design interventions that support learning to ensure academic success. This webinar will provide an opportunity to learn about data sources, the data verification process and the role of the Student Information Repository System (SIRS) in the data collection process and reporting of students experiencing homelessness. (Please invite your District’s Data Coordinator to participate in this webinar with you.)

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify the importance of collecting data and types of data sources for students in temporary housing.
• Describe the role of the Office of Information and Reporting Services in the collection of data on students in temporary housing.
• Summarize the data collection and reporting process as it relates to student in temporary housing.

05/14/2026

Don't miss next week's webinar!

Breaking Barriers: Practical Strategies for Engaging Families of Students in Temporary Housing

Thursday, May 21
9:30-11:00 AM

For families experiencing temporary housing, schools can be either a source of significant stress or a place of stability and support. Moving beyond compliance with the McKinney-Vento Act, this session examines the relational practices needed to build authentic, trust-based partnerships with families in temporary housing. Participants will reflect on common challenges and expand their approaches to family engagement through practical, research-informed strategies.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
• Identify key provisions of the McKinney-Vento Act related to the rights of parents and guardians
• Distinguish between family engagement and family involvement
• Apply strategies to build trust and foster a sense of belonging within the school community
• Analyze common barriers to partnership and select aligned engagement strategies

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41 State Street, Suite 403
Albany, NY
12207

Telephone

+18003882014

Website

http://www.nysteachs.org/

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