I guess I just don't FULLY understand the McKinney-Vento Act.
Basically, it states that the "homeless" have a right to education as much as others.
Well, in some of Michigan's laws, it also states that "runaways" are considered "homeless" because they don't live in their parent's homes anymore. I don't know, how to explain my question other than, would the McKinney-Vento Act apply to a 17 year old who doesn't live with his parents?(1) Each State educational agency shall ensure that each child of a homeless individual and each homeless youth has equal access to the same free, appropriate public education, including a public preschool education, as provided to other children and youths.
My thoughts on it: If the school DOESN'T enroll you into the school in where you live, wouldn't it be their fault that they have to contact truancy? THEY are the ones denying you of your education, aren't they?
Please don't be rude. I'm just trying to understand that Act and if it would apply to the runaway situation. Or if MY thoughts are correct?
I've heard multiple answers and I just want to be sure.
Here is the link for the McKinney-Vento Act: http://www.naehcy.org/sites/default/...ges/dl/m_v.pdf

