The manual outlines information on design and operation of the ESEA (Elementary and Secondary Education Act) Title I Migrant Education Program at the state and local levels. Part I outlines information on the state level: legislative authorization and general responsibilities of the state education agency (SEA); annual program plan and budget; identification of eligible participants; Migrant Student Record Transfer System (MSRTS); fiscal reporting and control of funds; title to, administrative control of, and general policy regarding property; state responsibilities regarding local advisory councils; review and complaint procedures; and application review process and criteria. Covering the local level, Part II provides information on grant application information and assurances; administrative design and function; local parent advisory council; instructional program; supportive services; staff development; information dissemination; local budget component and budget requirements; fiscal reporting and control of funds; title to, administrative control of, and use of property; and evaluation. Part III provides definitions of terms pertaining to the migrant education program. Appendices include samples of various forms, e.g., end-of-project expenditure report, authorization and documentation of enrollment, teletype form, Skills Information System Transmittal Forms, evaluation and needs assessment survey forms, SEA monitoring form, complaint resolution procedure, MSRTS education and medical forms, and monitoring and enforcement plan. (NQA)