Migrant education provides specialized educational support to migratory children, addresses disparities in academic standards among states, ensures equitable opportunities to meet state standards and helps children overcome educational, cultural and health-related challenges.
Los Angeles County is home to thousands of migrant students, and LACOE administers the region's Migrant Education Program (MEP Region 10) with participating school districts. The Migrant Education Program (MEP) is a federally funded program, authorized under the Elementary and secondary Education Act of 1966 (ESEA) , as amended by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). The objectives of MEP are to:
- Support high-quality and comprehensive educational programs and services during the school year and, as applicable, during summer or intersession periods that address the unique educational needs of migratory children.
- Ensure that migratory children who move between different States are not penalized by disparities in curriculum, graduation requirements, and challenging State academic standards.
- Ensure that migratory children receive full and appropriate opportunities to meet the same challenging State academic standards that all children are expected to meet.
- Help migratory children overcome educational disruption, cultural and language barriers, social isolation, various health-related problems, and other factors that may inhibit their ability to succeed in school.
Migrant Education Program - Region 10
Staff
Vacancy position
Blanca Gaytan
Email: Gaytan_Blanca@lacoe.edu
Office: (562) 922-6645
Maricela Mendez
Division Secretary, Bilingual Spanish
Email: mendez_maricela@lacoe.edu
Office: (562) 922-6391
Guillermo Mondragon
Sr. Migrant Ed. Regional Recruiter
Email: Mondragon_Guillermo@lacoe.edu
Office: (562) 922-6430
EVENTS & RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS & FAMILIES
The Regional Youth Summit is an inspiring annual event designed for students in grades 6–12 and their parents. Hosted at a local community college or university campus, this dynamic 7-hour summit brings families together to explore academic success, personal growth, and future opportunities.
Throughout the day, students and parents will participate in engaging and informative sessions such as:
A–G High School and College Admission Requirements
Mental Health and Wellness Workshops
Writing and Communication Skill Development
College and Career Exploration Sessions
The Regional Youth Summit connects education with empowerment—helping students set goals, discover pathways to college and career success, and strengthen family involvement in learning.
Our Speech and Debate program empowers students to find their voice, build confidence, and think critically. Throughout the course, students will master essential speech vocabulary and techniques while developing the art of persuasive communication and effective argumentation.
Students will learn how to research, write, and deliver impactful speeches, as well as set personal goals to track their growth as confident speakers and debaters. The curriculum is fully aligned with State Common Core Standards, ensuring rigorous academic preparation paired with engaging, high-interest topics and real-world connections.
Open to students in grades 6–12, this program offers an exciting opportunity to refine public speaking and debate skills while preparing to compete in the State Speech and Debate Tournament.
Parents will learn effective strategies for supporting their children socially, emotionally, and academically.
Featured Speakers
- Tony Orozco - Dsciplina Positiva Executive President
- Liznergly Trujillo- E.A.R.Coaching Owner /CEO
- Terry Alcantar - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
For more information and registration, Click Here
The Migrant Education Program conducted its summer activities, with around 250 students from grades K-11 participating in various week-long events.
Please join us for the Migrant Education Program Scholarship Awards Ceremony as we recognize and honor the Scholarship Recipients. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Taller regional para padres de estudiantes migrantes (TK-12th Grado) presentado por los Padres Mentores (conductado en español).
Regional Parent Workshop for parents of Migrant students (TK-12th Grade) presented by Parent Mentors (conducted in Spanish).
Fecha del evento 2025 pendiente. 2025 event date to be announced.
Recursos de vacunación, atención dental y de la vista, y salud mental. Vaccination, dental and vision care, and mental health resources.
For more information, click here.
FOR DISTRICTS/EDUCATORS: TRAINING, PD & MEETING CALENDARS
MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM - REGION 10 2024-25 TRAINING CALENDAR & REPORT SUBMISSION DATES
FOR DISTRICTS: MEP Online Systems & Application Support
The California Department of Education (CDE) is pleased to announce the Migrant Education Program (MEP) Grant Application for fiscal years 2024-2025. The purpose of the application is to obtain a comprehensive description of proposed supplementary MEP services and programs to migrant children and families. Funds are determined using approved CDE funding factors. The CDE is responsible for ensuring that MEP funds are awarded to local educational agencies (LEA) and are used by LEAs in accordance with all applicable statutory requirements.
FOR DISTRICTS: RESOURCES AND I&R DOCUMENTS
CONNECT WITH US
Migrant Education Program
(562) 922-6164
mep@lacoe.edu
