Homelessness Assistance
Global Preparatory Academy is committed to support families experiencing homelessness in accordance with the McKinney-Vento Act. The McKinney-Vento Act ensures immediate enrollment and educational stability for students experiencing homelessness.
The McKinney-Vento Act defines homeless as an individual who lacks a fixed, regular, adequate nighttime residence. Any child experiencing displacement due to economic hardship, living in a shelter, motel, campground or is temporarily living with family or friend would qualify for certain rights including:
* Immediate Enrollment, even if they lack the documetns needed to enroll at that time
* Free meals and textbooks
* Transportation to and from school or orgin
* Referrals to community resources and supports
* School uniform and school supply support
District Liaison Information
Mark Booth
317-226-2422
mbooth@globalprepindy.org
State of Indiana McKinney-Vento Contact
Charie Jones
IDOE Homeless Education State Coordinator
317-232-0957
Resources
* IDOE McKinney-Vento: Homeless Children & Youth Programs
* Directory of State and Federal Resources
* GPA Food Pantry: Call 317-226-4244 for upcoming dates
