Overview
What it is
The Migrant Education Program (MEP) supports children whose families move for agricultural or fishing work. Frequent moves can disrupt schooling, so the program helps these students stay on track, transfer records smoothly, and get extra academic and support services.
Who It's For
Who it's for
The program serves children (and youth) who have moved across school-district or state lines within a set time period so a family member could seek or obtain temporary or seasonal work in agriculture or fishing. Eligibility is determined by trained recruiters — if this describes your family, ask your school about the program.
Getting Started
Steps to take
How to connect:
- Ask your school about the Migrant Education ProgramThey can start the eligibility process
- Talk to a recruiterTrained staff determine eligibility
- Share your work/move historyIt determines eligibility and services
- Ask about summer programsThese are often a key part of the support
Benefits
Why it matters
What the program can provide:
- Records transferSystems to move student records quickly between schools/states
- Extra instructionAcademic support to fill gaps caused by moves
- Summer and intersession programsLearning when families are between locations
- Support servicesHelp with needs that affect schooling
- AdvocacyStaff who understand migratory families’ circumstances
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- Who qualifies?Children of families who move for temporary/seasonal agricultural or fishing work — ask your school.
- Does it cost anything?No.
- What if we move often?That’s exactly who the program is designed to help — it focuses on continuity.
- Who determines eligibility?Trained program recruiters/staff.
At a Glance
Key facts
- ProgramMigrant Education (Title I, Part C)
- ServesChildren of migratory workers
- FocusSchool continuity & extra support
- CostFree
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