The purpose of Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program (MEP) of the Every Student Succeeds Act is to assist States in supporting high-quality and comprehensive educational programs and services that address the unique educational needs of migratory children (ESEA section 1301).
The goal of the MEP is to ensure that all migrant students reach challenging academic standards and graduate with a high school diploma (or complete a GED) that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment.
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Title I, Part C Migrant Education Program (MEP) is dedicated to ensuring that all migratory children and youth receive equitable access to high-quality education. Through federal support, the program provides supplemental educational and support services to address the unique challenges faced by children who relocate frequently due to agricultural or fishing work.
Program Eligibility
The Maryland MEP serves eligible migratory children and youth from birth through age 21 who have moved within the past 36 months across school district boundaries with a parent, guardian, or spouse to obtain or seek qualifying agricultural or fishing work.
Regional Summer Programs
The MEP summer programs are designed to address educational gaps resulting from frequent school interruptions through targeted education and enrichment opportunities. Programs receive support from community partners to ensure services are culturally responsive and tailored to regional needs.
Queen Anne’s County
The Queen Anne’s County summer migrant program serves students in Caroline, Kent, and Queen Anne’s counties.
MEP Regional Coordinator:
MEP Regional Recruiter:
Ana Padilla
QACPS Migrant Educational Recruiter
Office: 410-438-3164 ext. 224
Cell: 302-519-4313
ana.padilla@qacps.org Somerset County
The Somerset County summer migrant program serves students in Dorchester, Somerset, and Wicomico counties.
MEP Regional Coordinator:
Additional Information
For more information on how the Maryland Migrant Education Program addresses the needs of eligible migratory students and families, please contact the MSDE Migrant Education State Coordinator with questions or requests for support.
Contact:
Torrie Ruiz
Title I, Part C Migrant Education State Coordinator
Division of Student Support and Federal Programs
Office: (410) 767-0062
Cell: (443) 826-3854
torrie.ruiz@maryland.gov
Shanna Edmond
Director of Title I
Office of Student Support and Federal Programs
Office: (410) 767-0047
Cell: (443) 687-6282
shanna.edmond@maryland.gov