Miami Dade County Public Schools Title I Migrant Education Program

MEP addresses these issues through free, targeted educational and support services aimed at improving academic achievement and fostering student well-being.

M-DCPS Division of Student & Family Support Programs, Migrant Education Program provides free supplemental services to help migratory students overcome barriers, meet academic goals, and thrive through tailored support and extended learning opportunities. Mission Statement: The mission of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Division of Student and Family Support Programs, Migrant Education Progr

am, is to provide comprehensive supplemental services that ensure maximum academic achievement while fostering excellence, purpose, and self-worth for our migrant students. About the Title I, Part C - Migrant Education Program:
The Migrant Education Program (MEP), through the Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) Division of Student and Family Support Programs, is dedicated to addressing the unique educational needs of migratory children and youth, aged 0–21. Funded through Title I, Part C of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, the program is designed to reduce barriers to success and ensure that migratory students can meet the same challenging academic standards as their peers. Children of migrant farmworkers often face significant challenges, including frequent school changes, poverty, language barriers, and limited access to healthcare, that place them at greater risk of academic failure. MEP’s goal is to help migrant students meet the same rigorous academic content and performance standards as their peers. By addressing both academic and socio-emotional needs, the program supports student success from early childhood through graduation and beyond. M-DCPS’s Migrant Education Program offers a wide range of free supplemental services designed to address the barriers migrant students face:
- Early Childhood Education at Redland and South Dade Centers
- Extended-Day Programs at Redland Center, South Dade Center, Everglades Center, and Redondo Elementary School
- Academic Support, Tutoring, and Advocacy in select schools throughout Homestead and Florida City
- Summer Academic Enrichment
- Family Support Services, including health, nutrition, social services, and referrals to community resources

These services are tailored to meet the developmental, linguistic, and academic needs of migratory students while fostering a sense of stability and belonging. Since its creation in 1966, the M-DCPS Migrant Education Program has stood as a beacon of support and advocacy for the migrant farmworker communities of Homestead, Florida City, and South Dade. In partnership with dedicated community organizations and sponsors, the program continues to champion equity, inclusion, and the power of education to break down barriers and transform lives. By uplifting students and strengthening the bonds between schools and families, the Migrant Education Program ensures that migratory children are not left behind, but instead, empowered to achieve their fullest potential.

04/30/2026

04/25/2026

End of Year Field trip for South Dade Center Pre-K students.

Learning turned into an adventure as students dove into hands-on exhibits that sparked their natural curiosity at the Miami Children’s Museum.

04/25/2026

The Candlelight Ceremony is a beautiful tradition for the M-DCPS Migrant Education Program that shines a spotlight on the resilience of our students. The lit candles represent the hope, dedication, and hard work of our students who strive for excellence. The event is a celebration of the enduring spirit and the bright path forward for every child in our program.

38th Annual Migrant Seniors' Recognition Program
Congratulations to the Class of 2026

Schools Represented:
Center for International Education: A Cambridge Associate School
Homestead Senior High
Medical Academy for Science and Technology (MAST) at Homestead
Robert Morgan Senior High School
South Dade Senior High School
Somerset Academy Charter High School South Homestead
Dade Prep Academy
Everglades Preparatory Academy High School

04/24/2026

April 21, 2026

38th Annual Migrant Seniors' Recognition Program
Congratulations to the Class of 2026🎓
Rooted in Resilience, Rising to Success!

Schools Represented:
Center for International Education: A Cambridge Associate School
Homestead Senior High
Medical Academy for Science and Technology (MAST) at Homestead
Robert Morgan Senior High School
South Dade Senior High School
Somerset Academy Charter High School South Homestead
Dade Prep Academy
Everglades Preparatory Academy High School

The Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Division of Student and Family Support Programs, Migrant Education Program expresses their deepest appreciation to the following individuals and organizations for their generous support:

Platinum Sponsors
Amigos For Kids
Armando Carrada Photography
Arvin & Helen Maggard Foundation
Educational Federal Credit Union EdFed
Event Factor
GFWC Coco Plum Woman’s Club
Harvesting Hope, Inc
Homestead Housing Authority
Lara and Friends
M-DCPS Foundation
Miami Dade College College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
Miami Heat
Raza Mentors
Sergio's Printing
Steve Kirk for Jack Campbell Scholarship
South Florida Youth Foundation
Take Stock in Children
United Teachers of Dade

Gold Sponsors
Metropolis Homestead
Migrant Parent Advisory Council (MPAC) PTA
The Three Plant Ladies
The Ramirez Foundation

Silver Sponsors
Costa Farms
El Mercadito Mexicano
P&P Nursery
Plants In Design
Rubio's Nursery

Bronze Sponsors
Redondo Migrant ESP

Friends
Publix #658

MDCPS Title I Administration
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Jose L. Dotres

04/23/2026

Uniting as a community to empower every migrant child with the tools and support needed to cross the graduation stage.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Division of Student and Family Support Programs
Migrant Education Program

38th Annual Migrant Seniors' Recognition Program
Congratulations! 🎓 Class of 2026 🎓
Rooted in Resilience, Rising to Success!

04/23/2026

Migrant families stand tall in their shared achievement—a journey started by parents and fulfilled together with their children.

38th Annual Migrant Seniors' Recognition Program
Congratulations! 🎓 Class of 2026 🎓
Rooted in Resilience, Rising to Success!

04/23/2026

Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Division of Student and Family Support Programs
Migrant Education Program

38th Annual Migrant Seniors' Recognition Program
Congratulations! 🎓 Class of 2026 🎓
Rooted in Resilience, Rising to Success!

Photos from Miami Dade County Public Schools Title I Migrant Education Program's post

04/19/2026

Thank you to all the mentors and Take Stock students who made Career Impact Day a success.

High engagement and insightful conversations help students unlock their potential.

03/29/2026

Close Up 2026 - Diana shares her reflections on her educational journey through the nation's capital.

Jose L. Dotres
MDCPS Title I Administration
South Dade Senior High Buccaneers
Miami-Dade County Public Schools