Book Distribution Apology
October 10, 2024
Dear Parents/Guardians:
I am writing to express my sincerest apologies for the high school book distribution that went out this week to our Migrant Education students.
I acknowledge a huge mistake was made on my part in assuming that Scholastic would provide school-appropriate material to our students. This time around, I collaborated with a Scholastic Education Specialist who helped select the following material for our high school students: My Books Summer. After reviewing information on the website, I was convinced that ‘My Books Summer’ would be an excellent source for this year’s first book distribution. ‘My Book Summer’ was defined as literature that encourages the joy of independent reading with books that reflect the diversity, interests, and reading levels of each student and are paired with text-based activities that keep students on track for success. It was further defined as a flexible learning solution backed by evidence from rigorous research, according to the website.
However, the material was found to be inappropriate and I apologize for not taking a closer look at the material. Certain measures will be taken to avoid this from happening again.
I, as a parent, can understand the frustration and I want to express my heartfelt apology for this mistake. Our district, parents and community strive to protect our children from negative stimuli of the outside world. Our district is grounded in honesty, respect, transparency, and integrity. In every decision, plan or step forward, we ensure that these values are reflected.
To correct this mistake, we are kindly asking for the return of all of the migrant ed book bags that were distributed to high school students that include the following material:
Lord of the Fly Fest by Goldy Moldasky
The Honeys by Ryan La Sala
The Library of Broken Worlds by Alaya Dawn Johnson
White Smoke by Tiffany D. Jackson
Game Over by M.C. Ross
If you should have any questions or would like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me at 907.822.8556 or ahicks@crsd.us.
Sincerely,
Ashley M. Hicks
Migrant Education Coordinator
Meet your NEW Migrant Education Parent Advisory Committee Members!
Georgia Jackson - Chair
Julia McConkey - Vice Chair
Audrey Shepherd - Secretary
Kristina Woods - Sergeant-At-Arms
Rebecca Schwanke - Member At-Large
Nelly Ewan - Member At-Large
How can the Migrant Program help your child?
Does your child needs assistance with Sports fees? Winter gear? School clothing? Equipment or Personal Items?
*If you need school supplies, clothing, shoes, or winter gear, the MEP may be able to assist.
Please review and complete the forms below or contact the Migrant Education Program for more info.
REMINDERS
NEXT MIGRANT EDUCATION PARENT MEETING IS SCHEDULED FOR January 13, 2025 AT 5 PM. Join online or in-person (CRSD Board Room).
November 15th is our Annual Recruitment Deadline: Please contact your Recruiter to set up an interview to get recertified for the new school year.
Did you know that commercial fishing is a qualifying MEP activity?
The Migrant Program wants to know how to better serve you and see what your goals are. We are eager to get to know each of you.
Dear Migrant Program Parents/Guardians,
CRSD is seeking help to identify the greatest needs of Migrant students. This is your time to shine! Please help us determine what services you want to see happen and help us obtain the very best results.
We value your opinion. Attend our meetings. Complete our Surveys. Meet your Coordinator. Join the Migrant Education Parent Advisory Council.
How are the Literacy Nights Influencing Your Child(ren)?
Quarterly Book Distributions & Literacy Nights are forthcoming!
The CRSD Migrant Education Program will host a Logo Contest this year!
Migrant Education Program (MEP)
HOURS: 8:30 am - 5 pm | MAIN PHONE: 907.822.8556 | FAX: 907.822.3949
CONTACT
Migrant Education Coordinator
Ashley Marion Hicks
Phone 907.822.8556
Fax 907.822.3949
P.O. Box 108, 1976 Aurora Drive, Glennallen AK 99588
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Did you know?
The CRSD MEP is designed to serve ALL qualifying families (which includes ALL ethnicities) who participate in fishing, berry picking, logging, farming and/or cannery work.
CRSD MEP is seeking current, former or retired teachers to be hired as TUTORS. Help us find potential tutors! For more details, contact ahicks@crsd.us
Seeking candidates for MEP Parent Advisory Council! Want to serve and provide valuable input? Let us know!
Migrant Education Services can include:
FREE HOT LUNCH (Glennallen School ONLY)
TUTORING SUPPORT
FREE BOOKS/MAGAZINES/LITERATURE
SCHOLARSHIPS TO HELP PAY FOR CLASS FEES, SPORTS FEES & GEAR
FREE WINTER GEAR
FREE HYGEINE KITS (BASED ON NEED)
FREE PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN LEARNER KITS
DEVICE CHECKOUTS FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES
SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICES
EXPANDED TUTORIALS AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT TO CLOSE THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP
FREE EYEGLASSES
Who is a CRSD Migrant Student?
A child from birth to age 21
Has not completed and received a high school diploma
Has moved across school district boundaries on his own, with, or to join a family member who participates in seasonal, temporary moves for:
Commercial fishing or fishing activities (including shrimping, crabbing, and clamming) for the purpose of producing food for a family's use and needs.
Berry picking for the purpose of producing food for a family's use and needs.
Agricultural Industry
Logging Industry
Fish processing (cannery work)
Has moved within the last 36 months.
This also includes:
Not yet school aged children (Birth to four years old)
Preschool students
Homeschool Students
Out of School Youth
Next Steps?
To see if your student may qualify fill out the on-line survey
Gather dates.
Because eligibility is determined by seasonal moves and the economic need for those moves in and out of Copper River School District boundaries, our recruiters will be asking for calendar dates as part of the interview.
Ask Recruiter for a Fillable PDF of the 2024 MEP Calendar
For more information about eligibility please call 907.822.3234 extension 1256 or email ahicks@crsd.us
What happens next?
Families are interviewed by our Recruitment Staff to begin the process of determining eligibility.
A Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is completed in the office and sent to the parent for verification and signature.
When the signed COE is received by our office, the eligibility information is reviewed by the state Migrant Education Office.
Families are notified of eligibility. If eligible, appropriate services begin.
MIGRANT ED OPPORTUNITIES
Washington DC Close Up Scholarships are available for MEP Students. Deadline to apply: November 30, 2024
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Do you have a graduating senior enrolled with the MEP?
Albert Lee Wright, Jr Memorial Migrant Scholarship opens December 2024
Seeking VOLUNTEERS to serve on a Parent Advisory Council!
Must commit to meeting quarterly, provide advice/assistance, and help the school attain its goal of providing each child with the best education possible.
Email ahicks@crsd.us a letter of interest or nominate someone here.
Seeking Migrant Photos and Publication Ideas for NEW and UPCOMING newsletter!
MIGRANT ED GALLERY
Photo Credit: Rebecca Schwanke
MEP student: Caden Schwanke
MEP Student Caden Schwanke with his buddy
MEP Student proudly wearing NEW glasses purchased by CRSD MEP.
Video was created on: August 19, 2019.
*Please note, some changes have taken place since the creation of this video. Hot Lunch is FREE for ALL MEP STUDENTS.
Ms. Hicks and Dez'aiah Martin cleaning blueberries, preparing to store it away for later use during the long, cold winters.
Blueberries provide many snacks and meals. It is used in desserts, recipes, jams, sauces and syrups. Blueberries are essential to the needs of Migrant families in Alaska.