I just learned that a student lost her home in a fire, temporarily resided in a motel, and now is stably housed in an apartment. Should I code her as McKinney-Vento at this time?

Answer: Yes, the student should be coded McKinney-Vento, even though she is no longer homeless. The status stays for the remainder of the school year, although the student may not need any of its protections or services. 42 U.S.C. § 11432(g)(3)(A)(i)(II).

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