Out of School Youth

Migrant students may access supplemental services funded by the Migrant Education Program, until they reach the to age of 22, provided they have not graduated from high school or obtained a High School Equivalency Diploma.

Out-of-School Youth (OSY), usually 18-22 years of age, who are not participating in any educational services in a K-12 institution (e.g., comprehensive high school, continuation school, school districts’ adult education program) are serviced via the Region V Migrant Education Program or high schools receiving additional Migrant Education funds.

Migrant young adults often encounter various obstacles when attempting to continue their education. They may require support services such as medical and dental care, or transportation to educational sites. Locating non-attending migrant young adults can be challenging, particularly if they do not have younger siblings enrolled in the school system. Additionally, some may have had limited schooling or no prior educational experience and may face language barriers if they do not speak English. Many migrant young adults who have attended school in the United States may have dropped out due to the challenges associated with frequent relocations for work, financial difficulties, and feelings of isolation in the schools they previously attended.

Academic Programs and Services

The primary objective of Region V Migrant Education for young adults is to facilitate their continued education, with a focus on achieving high school graduation or obtaining a High School Equivalency Diploma (GED). For students under the age of 18 who are not currently attending school, a “reentry program” is coordinated to reintegrate them into the educational system in collaboration with their local high school.

Migrant students aged 18 and older are presented with a range of options tailored to their educational objectives, work commitments, current educational levels, language proficiency, and support service requirements. These options aim to accommodate their individual circumstances and preferences, empowering them to pursue their educational goals effectively.