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The Maine Migrant Education Program (MEP) provides education and support services to workers, families and youth that move to work in agriculture and fishing.
Maine Migrant Education Program
Maine Migrant Education Program
The Maine MEP works across the whole state of Maine to enroll eligible children for educational and support service programs. Migrant children may receive supplementary basic skills instruction, supportive health services, social service referrals and more through the Maine MEP.
Who can qualify?
Students, ages 0 through 20, who have moved across school district lines in the last three years with someone who has worked in agriculture or fishing. Common agricultural and fishing industries in Maine include blueberries, broccoli, apples, fish processing, lobster processing, tipping trees for wreaths, and dairy work.
What does the MEP provide?
Identify the student or youth's educational needs and goals
Connect students and youth with workplace services & job-training opportunities
Provide educational opportunities such as field trips, college and career exploration, and programs during school breaks
Connect families and students to health, food, and other resources available in their schools and communities
Help parents understand the school system and advocate for their rights
What do I do if I know a family who may qualify?
Refer them to us! Have the family call us at 207-557-1787. We speak English and Spanish and will use an interpreter line for any other language needs.
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