McKinney-Vento Pathway to Success Grant

Mission: Grant program created exclusively to support McKinney-Vento high school graduating seniors in the Fremont Unified School District.

Background

There are currently over 250 McKinney-Vento (MKV) students attending schools in Fremont Unified School District (FUSD). MKV Student Services support ends once students graduate from high school. These at-risk students have a high likelihood of not pursuing higher education (or dropping out of college) and are unable to break the cycle of homelessness.

Purpose

The grant encourages students to pursue college education and helps support student basic needs with a smoother transition after losing the school district's support.

Grant Details

• Award amount: Annual grants of $2,000 per student (non-renewable)
• Number of grants: May vary pending funding (23/24 school year: Ten Grants)
• Grant money is awarded after showing proof of registration

Eligibility

• Must be a current McKinney-Vento (MKV) high school senior student attending Fremont Unified School District (FUSD)
• Must be vetted through FUSD MKV Student Services
• Minimum GPA of 2.0
• Must attend community college or 4-year university, ROTC, certified program or viable trade program in the fall (full-time student), subject to Fremont Education Foundation's approval

McKinney-Vento Act Definition

The McKinney-Vento Act defines homeless children and youth as individuals who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence, including:

• Children and youth sharing housing due to loss of housing, economic hardship, or similar reasons
• Children and youth living in motels, hotels, trailer parks, shelters
• Children and youth with primary nighttime residence in public/private places not designed for sleeping (abandoned buildings, cars, parks, public spaces, bus/train stations)
• Migratory children living in similar circumstances

Research

Stats show that homeless students who attain a Bachelor's degree and beyond are able to break the cycle of homelessness.

Contact

• Address: 39120 Argonaut Way, #381, Fremont, CA 94538
• Email: president@fremont-education.org

Application Process

1. Submit essays - Address the required essay prompts
2. Provide transcript - Include high school transcript
3. Show proof of registration - Grant money awarded after showing proof of college/program registration

Required Materials

Essays (Required):

1. Greatest Challenge Essay - Describe the greatest challenge you have faced and how you overcame it (or are currently overcoming it). Minimum 200 words.
2. College Goals Essay - Share why you wanted to attend college and what your personal and career goals are. Minimum 200 words.

Academic Documentation:

• High school transcript required

Eligibility Verification

• Applicant must be vetted through FUSD MKV Student Services
• Minimum GPA of 2.0
• Proof of registration at qualifying institution (community college, 4-year university, ROTC, certified program, or viable trade program) as full-time student