he Everett Public Schools Kids in Transition (KIT) program implements the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Act and the Foster Education Program. If your family is homeless, or if you are in a temporary living situation due to economic circumstances, your preschool-aged and school-aged children have certain rights or protections under federal law. KIT supports students who qualify as either living in a foster care; or those who meet the definition of homeless under federal McKinney-Vento legislation. McKinney-Vento eligibility is based on the student's nighttime residence and is far more inclusive than what many consider homeless. Students who lack a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence may qualify. KIT works to eliminate barriers to students’ enrollment, academic success, and extra-curricular participation. We ensure eligible students have school supplies and may coordinate academic support, tutoring, or facilitate student participation in extended day or summer school classes. We help students participate in activities such as sports or clubs by paying the required fees. KIT may coordinate transportation for eligible students to maintain school stability, as long as the commute is feasible.