Administrative Annex bldg. | 310 N. 13th St. | Harlingen, TX 78550 | p: (956) 427-3425
Migrant Education Program (MEP)
Table of Contents
Mission
The Migrant Education Program aims to assist migratory students in overcoming challenges related to mobility, cultural and language differences, social isolation, and other issues associated with a migratory lifestyle. Its goal is to offer equitable resources, ensuring that all migrant children and youth are prepared for postsecondary education and the workforce, and to empower families for success.
Strategic Approach to Promoting HCISD Migrant Program
School
Display MEP (Migrant Education Program) posters across HCISD district campuses
Conduct surveys among migrant students to assess their needs.
Provide school supplies to migrant families
Collaborate with district departments such as FACE (Family & Community Engagement) and Multi-Language to promote MEP
Promote MEP at campus staff meetings
HCISD Federal Programs website
Review daily enrollment and withdrawals.
Community
Promote MEP at district events such as:
HCISD Families-New to District Event
Texas Parents Day
FACE Fall Festival
PreK RoundUp
Place MEP flyers in local businesses within the community.
During Migrant Parent meetings, encourage parents to share information about our migrant program with other families.
Invite speakers to Migrant meetings to present on various programs and services that are available for our students and parents.
Conduct surveys among migrant families to assess their needs.
Conduct home visits
Employer
Contact local growers and provide information on the HCISD Migrant Education Program
Provide information to the Local Workforce Commission office for potential vegetable workers
Contact vegetable packing companies such as Valley International Cold Storage to provide information on the HCISD Migrant Education Program
Determining Eligibility for the Migrant Education Program
Seven Areas of Focus
Migrant Services Coordination
Ensuring that migrant students and their families have access to necessary educational and support services, from early childhood through the transition to post-secondary education or employment.
Early Childhood Education
Providing programs for young migratory children, such as home-based education models and school-based early childhood initiatives, to enhance their readiness and performance in school. Ex. A Bright Beginning Program
TX New Generation System (TX-NGS)
Utilizing a comprehensive database to record and transfer educational and health information of migrant students, facilitating continuity as they move between schools and states.
Parental Involvement
Empowering parents to advocate for their children's education by establishing Parent Advisory Councils that participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating local MEP activities.
Identification and Recruitment
Actively seeking and enrolling all eligible migratory children and youth to ensure they receive appropriate educational opportunities.
Graduation Enhancement
Promoting successful transitions to post-secondary education through leadership academies, college entrance exam preparation, counseling, and coordination of activities that facilitate access to higher education opportunities.
Secondary Credit and Accrual
Assisting secondary students in documenting and transferring course credits as they move between schools, ensuring they stay on track for graduation.
Parent Advisory Council
HCISD Migrant Education
Parent Advisory Council Officers
2024-2025
Diana Lopez (Secretary), Veronica Lopez (Vice President),
LLuvia Macias (President)
MIGRANT ED PROGRAM PARENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Migrant Ed Program Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) is open to interested parents/guardians of migrant eligible students. Parent input is vital to the Migrant Ed Program's operations - we welcome new members and encourage anyone with a migrant eligible student to join the Committee. The committee generally meets three times per year to discuss needs, offer ideas, and assist with program planning.
MIGRANT ED PROGRAM COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Date Time Location
BOY 2025 TBD 5:00pm Annex bldg. Cafeteria
MOY 2025 TBD 5:00pm Annex bldg. Cafeteria
EOY 2025 TBD 5:00pm Annex bldg. Cafeteria
College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
The Texas colleges and universities listed below are part of the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP):
To be eligible for the CAMP program, you must first receive admission to the college or university.
If you have any questions or require assistance with the application, please don't hesitate me at the contact information below:
Lourdes Martinez
Migrant Counselor
Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District
310 N. 13th St. | Harlingen, TX 78550
Phone: (956) 427-3425 | Text: (956) 524-5743
e-mail: maria.martinez7@hcisd.org
Colleges and universities across the United States offer the College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP). For further information, please visit the link below:
Resources for Families of Migratory Children
Texas Migrant Family Helpline
HCISD Migrant Education Poster
Priority for Service
Priority for Service (PFS) Action Plan for Migrant Students As part of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the Priority for Service (PFS) Action Plan is a required program activity for the Migrant Education Program. In providing services with funds received under this part, each recipient of such funds shall give priority to migratory children who have made a qualifying move within the previous 1-year period and who are failing, or most at risk of failing, to meet the challenging State academic standards; or have dropped out of school. [§1304 [20 U.S.C. 6394](d)].
Plan de acción de prioridad para el servicio (PFS) para estudiantes migrantes como parte de la ley Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), el plan de acción de Prioridad para el servicio (PFS) es una actividad del programa obligatorio para el programa de educación migrante. Al brindar servicios con los fondos recibidos en virtud de esta parte, cada destinatario de dichos fondos dará prioridad a los niños migratorios que hayan realizado una mudanza que califique dentro del período anterior de 1 año y que estén fallando, o con mayor riesgo de fallar, para cumplir con Estándares académicos estatales; o ha abandonado la escuela. [§1304 [20 U.S.C. 6394] (d)].
Migrant Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Program
The Migrant Out-of-School Youth (OSY) Program of the Harlingen CISD is designed to identify and recruit OSY, high school-aged children not enrolled in school. In addition, the Migrant Education Program will determine instructional and support services that will help improve the quality of life of Migrant OSY.
The goal of the Migrant OSY Program is to ensure that all students have access to appropriate services based on identified needs. By conducting a needs assessment, the OSY Program can help determine services based on individual needs and provide a variety of services and opportunities for Migrant OSY on a regional basis to encourage and assist them in achieving their full potential.
Contact Ms. Martinez at 956-427-3425 or visit at 310 N. 13th St. if you want to have more information regarding supports for OSY.
OSY Instructional Resources:
Region One Adult Education Program
https://www.esc1.net/Domain/31
Services Provided:
-GED Classes
-ESL Classes
-Adult Basic Education Classes
Brownsville Literacy Center
http://www.brownsvilleliteracycenter.org
245 E Levee St, Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 542-8080
Services Offered:
-ESL Classes
-Computer Skills Training
-Family Literacy Program
Community Development Corporation of Brownsville Youth Build
815 Arthur St, Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 548-2302
Services Offered:
-GED Attainment with On-site Construction Training
-Case Management
-Job Readiness Skills
Workforce Solutions Cameron County
http://wfscameron.org/youth.html
851 Old Alice Rd, Brownsville, TX 78521
(956) 548-6700
Services Offered:
-Tutorial
-Preparation for TAKS Tests
-Job Readiness Preparation
-Mentoring
-Work Experience
-Training
Literacy Center of Harlingen
http://www.literacycenterofharlingen.org/
101 E Monroe, Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 428-8883
Services Offered:
-Adult Basic Education
-ESL Classes
-Pre-GED Instruction
-GED Instruction
-Tutoring
-Citizenship Preparation
Workforce Solutions
http://www.wfscameron.org/harlingen.html
Services Offered:
-Tutorial
-Preparation for TAKS Tests
-Job Readiness Preparation
-Mentoring
-Work Experience
-Training
-Project GROW- GED/Vocational Training Program
Harlingen Office
601 E Harrison, Halringen, TX 78550
(956) 423-9266
Raymondville Office
700 FM 3168, Ste 3, Raymondville, TX 78580
(956) 689-3412
Texas State Technical College GED Program
http://www.tstc.edu/harlingenhep/instruction
1902 N Loop 499, Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 364-4505
Services Offered:
-GED Preparation
-Tutoring
-Academic Counseling
-Career Advisement
-Pre-College Prep
-Life-Management Skills
Loaves and Fishes of the Rio Grande Valley
514 South E Street, Harlingen, TX 78550
(956) 423-3051
Services Offered:
-GED Classes
-Microsoft Office Training
-Interview Skills
-Job Leads
South Texas Adult Resource and Training Center (START)
743 N Sam Houston Blvd, San Benito, TX 78586
(956) 399-7818
Services Offered:
-Adult Basic Education
-ESL Classes
-GED Preparation
**********************On-Line Resources************************
Geneseo Migrant Center
http://www.migrant.net/migrant/publications/
Resources Available:
-Math for Living
-TAKS Exit Level Math Review Lessons
-Reading on the Move
-Math on the Move
GED Testing Service
The official site for GED testing that provides accurate and reliable testing information.
http://www.gedtestingservice.com/educators/about-ged-testing-service-educator
Protection Against Fraudulent On-Line Diplomas
http://www.gedtestingservice.com/testers/test-fraud
National Guard Youth Challenge
Educational Opportunities for Migrant Families
Events
Spring Readiness Camp-Invitation 5.9.24.pdf
Harlingen Lions Club turkey meal donation to our
HCISD Migrant families
Harlingen CISD Annex Building Friday November 17, 2023
