Education for Children and Youth Experiencing Homelessness
The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act was established in 1987 and amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act of 2015. The Act defines the term “homeless children and youths” as individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate night time residence.
The federal mandate ensures that homeless children and youth have access to the same free and appropriate public education as other children. Children who are homeless may qualify for assistance with school lunch, school supplies, tutoring and transportation so that they can remain in their school of origin.
Please see the enrollment document to the left for which can guide your decision making for your residency status.
If you believe that your child may qualify for this service, please contact:
Shelley Muto, Director of Student Services
Phone: 724-523-5497
email: s[email protected]
County Resources
Westmoreland County Housing Authority- 724-832-7248
Westmoreland Non-Profit Housing Corp.
Eastmont Estates site- 724-838-0818
Westmoreland County Department of Public Assistance- 724-832-5200
PA Career Link Employment Services- 724-755-2330
Angel Food Ministries through Life Spring Christian Church- 724-832-7514
Homes Build Hope- 724-838-0752
Habitat for Humanity- 724-523-0308
Westmoreland Community Action -Next Step Housing Program 724-834-1260
Referral Line- PA 211 Southwest- 1-800-222-8848
Westmoreland County Food Bank- 724-468-8660
Welcome Home Shelter- 724-838-9133
Blackburn Shelter- 724-836-1122
The following numbers may be able to assist with first month’s rent and/or security deposit:
Christian Layman’s- 724-834-4464
Westmoreland County Housing Authority- 724-832-7248
Catholic Charities- 724-837-1840
Salvation Army- 724-834-3335