Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission

 

The Council of State Governments, in cooperation with the Department of Defense, and State Departments of Education, drafted the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, which provides for the uniform treatment of military children transferring between school districts and states by addressing key educational transition issues. The 201 is an interactive session focused on discussing case studies, Compact "grey" areas, and best practices. Participants will discuss real-life school and student cases and be able to ask questions and clarify perceptions.

 

Senior Director of Programs

ZERO to THREE

 

For toddlers, “doing math” means engaging in play. Discover how to bring this playful learning to life at home or in a toddler/preschool program. Explore early numeracy activities that spark curiosity, joy, and mastery across six math domains. Learn how equity principles are integral to early math instruction, and explore other Zero to Three resources designed to support the early learning of children in military and veteran families.

 

Professor, Department of Communications

University of Illinois

 

The transition from deployment to reintegration can be surprisingly challenging for military families. Unexpected tensions can range from mild annoyances ("why don’t you want to go anywhere?") to intense stressors ("why do the kids keep treating me like a stranger?"). This session will (1) describe research on reintegration, (2) provide evidence-based suggestions for making the transition as smooth as possible, and (3) offer a list of resources available

 

Military Family Resiliency Specialist

Seven Counties Services, Inc.

 

Kentucky SMVF Prevention Services Director

Kentucky Department of Behavioral Health

 

Military-connected youth experience unique challenges putting them at greater risk for substance use and behavioral health challenges. Increasing their resiliency helps mitigate these challenges by cultivating a culturally competent, supportive environment in schools and communities. Learn how Kentucky used a five-step planning process which includes needs assessment, capacity building, and evaluation to serve military-connected youth by creating and sustaining local and statewide initiatives.

 

Assistant Research Professor

The Pennsylvania State University

 

Professor of Family and Youth Resiliency and Policy

The Pennsylvania State University

 

This session focuses on a comprehensive review of the literature on risk and protective factors for military-connected children’s educational success. Predictors of academic, social-emotional, and mental health outcomes will be discussed. Reviewed literature included academic journals, governmental reports, and non-governmental reports. The session is intended to be a discussion among presenters and attendees about what was found in the literature and what is missing from the literature.

Chief of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics

Madigan Army Medical Center

 

Social communication is an integral required skill for all child development.  COVID-19 has impacted many aspects of how we communicate. Adapting to “new normals” of communication can be challenging. However, this new environment also provides opportunities to enhance social communication skill development. The challenges of communicating in a post-COVID world and techniques to teach improved communication skills using the PEERS curriculum are discussed in this session. 

 

Associate Vice President, Government Affairs

Barry Robinson Center

 

As you move through the journey of parenting, it is essential to recognize when you may need to seek additional resources to support a child exhibiting mental/behavioral health challenges. Join us as we explore where, when, and how to find mental/behavioral health resources, as well as practical ways to keep communication open within the family.

 

 

Senior Project Coordinator

Sesame Workshop

 

When a loved one needs extra support, it can mean big adjustments for everyone in the family. The pandemic disruption over the last three years has been challenging for children and caregivers, with added stressors negatively impacting their emotional well-being. This is especially true for military families in caregiving situations who can experience additional stress. Join us for a workshop on Sesame's resources for helping families implement strategies for self-care and emotional wellness.

 

 

Professor

School of Nursing, UNC Chapel Hill

 

Associate Professor

The Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing

 

Associate Professor

University of South Florida

 

Current research on the impact of deployment on the Reserve Component connected child and family will be discussed. The available peer-reviewed and evaluated school-based programs that focus specifically on this population will be presented. Implications for school nurses/counselors in civilian-centric schools will be discussed. A school kit developed to educate school personnel and pocket cards developed to aid the military family communicate with schools and others will be discussed.