Families Experiencing Homelessness (McKinney-Vento)

Students and Families of RRPS

Are you experiencing any of the following?

  • Loss of housing

  • Couch Surfing

  • Not sure where you’ll sleep tonight

Rio Rancho Public Schools has programs and resources to assist you if you are facing homelessness. Don’t hesitate to call us. We’re here to help you. You may reach out to your school counselor, social worker or Student Services Department today: 505-962-1123.

Las Escuelas Públicas de Rio Rancho tienen programas y recursos para ayudarlo si se enfrenta a la falta de vivienda. No dudes en llamarnos. Estamos aqui para ayudarte. Puede comunicarse con su consejero escolar o trabajador social, o con el Departamento de Servicios Estudiantiles hoy: 505-962-1123.

McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act is a federal law created to support the enrollment and education of homeless students. McKinney-Vento is intended to provide homeless students the same educational opportunities as housed students by removing as many barriers to learning for homeless students as possible. For more information:

McKinney-Vento – National Center for Homeless Education

If you know a student who may be experiencing homelessness, housing instability or you are a homeless student, please let us know by clicking here to submit a Community Referral.

Your DONATIONS matter!

We accept the following items:

Toiletries

  • Shampoo & Conditioner

  • Bar Soap

  • Deodorant

  • Toothbrush & Toothpaste

  • Dental Floss

  • Hairbrush & Combs

  • Hair Ties

  • Body Wipes

Clothing

  • New Underwear & Socks (all

    ages)

School Supplies

If you would like to support RRPS McKinney Vento Students, call the Student Services Department to make arrangements to drop off your donations: (505) 962-1123.

McKinney Vento Program Liaison and Director of Counseling
Miriah Affentranger: miriah.affentranger@rrps.net

Student Services Specialist
Danielle Martinez: danielle.martinez@rrps.net