The Migrant Education Program (MEP) is a Federal Program under the Title I-C of Elementary & Secondary Education Act (ESEA). “The primary goal of the Migrant Education Program is to ensure that all migrant students reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment. “ - Title I-C of Elementary & Secondary Education Act (ESEA)

In our district, benefits and services include:

• Tutors
• Outschool
• Reading Books
• Kiwi Crates
• Winter Gear
• Swim Safety Lessons & Gear
• School Supplies
• Summer Bridge Books
• Free & Reduced Lunch
• Summer Literacy Program
• Student Activities
• and more!

Eligibility Requirements:

• Any child who lives in our district from birth until high school graduation is eligible.
• The child must travel at least 20 miles from their home or across school district boundaries.
• The child must travel with (or to join) a parent/guardian who qualifies as a migratory agricultural worker or migratory fisher (e.g. a commercial or subsistence fisher or subsistence berry picker).
• The child & worker must stay for at least 7 nights/8 days (can be non-consecutive) within a one-year period.
• The trip must be made out of economic necessity for the family.

LPSD Migrant Ed Program Brochure