MCEC 360 Purple Star Summit - Columbia

 

April 19-20, 2023

Columbia, South Carolina

Join us April 19-20 in Columbia, South Carolina for the MCEC 360 Purple Star Summit and South Carolina Month of the Military Child Celebration Events.

MCEC® 360 Purple Star Summits are designed to support schools and districts that are seeking or currently hold the Purple Star Designation. Attendees will participate in sessions that provide critical learning opportunities that support Purple Star readiness in your schools and district.

This event is a collaborative effort from the South Carolina statewide coalition of the willing, with special partnerships with Richland School District Two, school liaisons, South Carolina Purple Star partners, and the South Carolina Department of Veterans Affairs. The event is open to professionals across disciplines in education, healthcare, and childcare; community stakeholders; students; and parents of our military-connected children.

The event is free of charge and includes:

• Discussions on the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commision (MIC3) and building strong partnerships with your local installations and military organizations
• Professional development on serving military-connected children, including Hidden Helpers
• Interaction with state-level MCEC coordinators and school liaisons
• MCEC Student 2 Student® training for school groups
• MCEC Tell Me a Story® events in and English and Spanish, for parents and elementary-aged children
• A collaborative community Month of the Military Child celebration for all ages

Register below for any or all of the events!

This event is funded through the State of South Carolina.

Questions? 

Please contact Ashley Schlicht at Ashley.Schlicht@MilitaryChild.org.

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DAY 1

Part 1: For Students 

MCEC is conducting a Student 2 Student (S2S) training for K-12 schools. S2S is a student-led program that brings military and civilian students together to welcome new students, create a positive environment, support academic excellence, and ease transitions. 

Wednesday, April 19, 2023
8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. EST

Training Objectives: 

• Understand why S2S is needed in schools
• Identify the challenges students face as they transition in or out of school 
• Understand the S2S Core Values: Leadership, Finding the Way, Academics, Service, Relationships and 100% Acceptance 
• Have a plan to build a strong S2S.

This training is designed for school groups. Breakfast and lunch are provided. 

Hurry! 

Deadline to register is April 12. Parents must register students. 

     

Continuing Education Credits: 

Upon completion of the post-training survey, participants may apply for 6 clock hours of continuing education credits for a fee of $30.00. CE credit applications must be received within 12 months from the completion of the training. 

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Part 2: For Parents and Elementary-Aged Children

Join us for an evening of fun and learning with MCEC and EdVenture Columbia Children’s Museum. This Tell Me A Story (TMAS) event features the reading of Night Catch, in both English and en Español, with discussion groups and engaging activities relating to the book. Private open play during the event. Dinner is provided.

Wednesday, April 19, 2023
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. EST

Don’t wait! 

Space is limited. Register early to guarantee your complimentary copy of Night Catch and private play admission! Select below for the English or Spanish event:

   

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DAY 2

 

 

 

Part 3: For Professionals

Join us for a day of professional learning — a collaborative community effort brought to you by MCEC and Hosted by Richland School District Two.

Thursday, April 20, 2023
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST

What to expect:

• Professional development sessions geared to support military-connected students in your community.
• Special guest speakers and subject matter experts
• Resource fair
• Collaboration and networking opportunities with other educators, professionals, parents, community military partners, and leaders in the area

Breakfast and lunch are provided. 

Continuing Education Credits: 

Upon completion of the post-training survey, participants may apply for 1 clock hour of continuing education credits for a fee of $5.00. CE credit applications must be received within 12 months from the completion of the training. 

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Part 4: For ALL

The community Month of the Military Child event is guaranteed to be an evening of fun as we Celebrate the Month of the Military Child!

Thursday, April 20, 2023
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. EST

What to expect:

• Activities & games for all ages
• Resource fair and community displays
• Celebration and networking opportunities with other students, parents, educators, professionals, community military partners, and leaders in the area.

Dinner is provided. 

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Questions? 

Please contact Ashley Schlicht at Ashley.Schlicht@MilitaryChild.org.