What are the special educational needs of migrant students?
Migrant students require a variety of special educational needs. This includes a need for high-quality and comprehensive educational programs to reduce the educational disruption that results from frequent moves; and increased academic and personal support to ensure that migrant children who move between states are not penalized by disparities among the states in curriculum, graduation requirements, academic content or academic achievement standards. Supportive services often include assistance to overcome cultural and language barriers; social isolation; and health-related problems. Other services may also include advocacy for migrant children; health, nutrition and social services for migrant families; necessary educational supplies; and transportation.
