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  • Serving the children of those who serve us all.

    Serving the children of those who serve us all.

    For 25 years, MCEC has addressed the academic and well-being needs of military children and their families. Your gift helps keep our resources and services relevant and free for everyone, especially military families, anywhere they are in the world.

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  • Calling All Presenters!

    Calling All Presenters!

    MCEC is excited to announce a call for proposals for our 2024 Global Training Summit. Proposals are now being accepted for 55-minute breakout-style distinguished lecture sessions on a variety of topics related to military-connected children and families.

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  • Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership Program

    Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership Program

    MCEC’s spring Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership Program is February 20-24, 2024 at the United States Air Force Academy Colorado Springs, Colorado. Applications and recommendations are due by Friday, December 15.

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  • MCEC 360 Summits

    MCEC 360 Summits

    MCEC 360 Summits are designed to support schools and districts who are seeking or currently hold the Purple Star Designation. Summits are 2-day, in-person events, free of charge. Two Summits are currently scheduled, mark your calendars and join us!

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  • Helping Kids Work Through the Fear and Consequences of Global Violence

    Helping Kids Work Through the Fear and Consequences of Global Violence

    MCEC has compiled a list of organizations and tools available for families, schools, and professionals to support youth communication, understanding, and behavioral health during these difficult times.

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  • MCEC at 25

    MCEC at 25

    Military Child Education Coalition: Follow Our 25 Years to See the Needs That Inspired Us and the Dynamics that Defined Us.

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  • The Military Child Well-being Toolkit

    The Military Child Well-being Toolkit

    It's back to school time, which can be overwhelming, especially after a PCS. This toolkit is filled with resources and tips for parents, educators, and other professionals working with military-connected kids. Thanks to BAE Systems for their ongoing support.

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  • The Purple Star Schools Program Report

    The Purple Star Schools Program Report

    In early February, MCEC and CPRL released the new 2022 report on the Purple Star Schools program. This report builds on the findings from the 2021 summary, focuses on how the program has evolved, and how stakeholders have worked to ensure rigor and sustainability.

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  • SchoolQuest

    SchoolQuest

    SchoolQuest is a free, interactive tool that is designed to support highly mobile military-connected parents and students with making the best choices before, during, and after a transition to improve academic success and social well-being.

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  • Military Student Consultants

    Military Student Consultants

    Starting a new school can be challenging; Military Student Consultants are ready to help with any questions or concerns. Contact them at 254-953-1923 ext. 1146.

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MCEC 360 Summit Supports Military-Connected Students and Families in Montgomery, AL Posted: November 17, 2023

Sixty-two education professionals and students from 20 schools in the Montgomery area attended the MCEC 360 Summit, which focused on addressing the unique needs of military-connected students and families.

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Military Child Education Coalition Announces Kyle Wood as Chief Operating Officer Posted: November 15, 2023

The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kyle Wood as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

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