Purpose of the Migrant Education Program:
The goal of the Migrant Education Program is to assist all migratory children in meeting challenging academic standards and achieving graduation from high school (or a HSE program) with an education that prepares them for responsible citizenship, further learning, and productive employment.
District Level Staff and Contractors:
Gwendolyn Quail (gquail@bbbsd.net)
Program Management & Migrant Education Recruiter
Mr. Kyle Schnieder
Migrant Reviewer & Course History Preparation
Ms. Jenny Myhand (jmyhand@bbbsd.net)
Program Advisor & Fiscal Representative
Rebecca Bowlus (rbowlus@bbbsd.net)
Migrant Education Aide
Jolina Jones(madelinecarwile@bbbsd.net)
Migrant Education Tutor
State of Alaska Migrant Education Office Website and Contact Information
Eligibility & Reports
2019-2020 Migrant Education Program Services
Free books and/or educational supplies
Tutoring services, if needed
Winter wear, if needed
Possible partial reimbursement for a college / tech school visit (limited availability; high school seniors only)
Swimming lesson vouchers (limited availability)
Technology fees paid
Sports fees paid (for purposes of school engagement and academic performance)
Free meal benefits
Other, based on family request and alignment with the migrant program objectives, if funding is available