Support for Students who are Homeless or Experiencing Housing Instability
Berrien RESA works to ensure students experiencing homelessness and temporary living situations enroll, regularly attend and succeed in school.
We work closely with all of the shelters in Berrien, Cass and Van Buren counties, families, students and school districts.
We primarily serve preschool and school-age youth including teens living without a parent or guardian. Services are also available to siblings ages 0-5, and teens 18+ who do not yet have a high school diploma or GED.
3% of the student population in Berrien county was identified as McKinney-Vento eligible in 2022-2023 school year.
- Eligibility
- Emergency Services
- Available Services
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Housing & Utilities Support
- Immigrant Services
- Student Rights & Responsibilities
- Additional Links and Information
Eligibility
Emergency Services
Available Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Housing & Utilities Support
Immigrant Services
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Additional Links and Information
Questions?
Robin Snyder
Berrien RESA McKinney-Vento Homeless Liasion
269-471-7725, ext. 3604
Sarah Dye
McKinney-Vento Grant Coordinator and CTE Consultant
269-471-7725, ext. 3271
Michelle Williams
State Homeless Education Consultant (Michigan Department of Education)
517-373-6066
How to Access Services
Students can access our services through their school, a shelter or community agency, where they fill out Referral Paperwork.
Families can also call Berrien RESA directly at 269-471-7725 Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm.