The number of children experiencing homelessness continues to rise at alarming rates. Schools are on the front lines of service delivery and face numerous barriers in an attempt to meet the educational and psychosocial needs of these children. This study explored the perceptions of homeless liaisons in three states about the implementation of the McKinney Vento Act within the school districts. While no differences were found across the states, significant differences were found between rural and urban geographic densities in the perceived implementation of the federal legislation. The significant differences relate to collaboration within the community and resonate with the lack of resources available to the families experiencing homelessness in rural areas.

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This observation was conducted in order to review fire ignition times and temperatures of four different mediums of countertops. The purpose was to review the mediums and fire ignition patterns to suggest a medium for homes as correlated to kitchen related fires. In 2016, there were approximately 1,342,000 fires reported in the United States (Fires in the U. S, n.d.). As a result of these fires, 3,390 were fatalities, 14,650 civilian injuries, and $10.6 billion in property damage (Fires in the U.S, n.d.). One structure fire was reported approximately every 90 seconds. Unattended cooking is the leading factor in accidental home fires. Due to limitations, the significance of medium suggested, is minimum. The findings support use of man-made quarts or organic marble for homes allowing additional time to extinguish the fire or remove all parties to safety, while also allowing additional time for first responders. Further research in the area of forensic fire investigations and countertops is warranted to formulize the findings.

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