This publication provides school administrators, teachers, staff, shelter personnel, social service providers, and others with information on the education of homeless children and youth in Texas. It covers a broad range of topics with information on current federal and state laws and policies, educational programs and services, and state and local social services. It provides insights into the physical and mental health and safety needs of homeless children and youth and how these needs can be addressed through collaboration between the school and community. After a glossary of acronyms, the paper presents background information on the Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, the Texas response to the Act, the Texas response to children and youth living without parents or legal guardians, state legislation, and homelessness in Texas. Additional resources on homeless education are listed. Part 1 offers a definition of homelessness and homeless children. Part 2 describes school responsibilities for enrollment. Part 3 focuses on how schools can help homeless students and what these students' needs are. Part 4 describes the role of shelters. Part 5 discusses special education and the homeless student. (SM)