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Interstate Compact
For more Interstate Compact information and resources, including successful transition videos, links to state representatives, and more, visit the Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission, or MIC3, website. Check out their “Parents” drop-down menu, and view the following publications:
- Successful School Transitions: Guide for Parents, School Officials, and Public Administrators
- What is the Compact? Guide for Schools and Parents
- MIC3 Training Toolkit for Parents
Military OneSource’s military-trained consultants are also available 24/7 to help with education consulting and special needs consulting questions. To schedule an appointment, call 800-342-9647, set up a Military OneSource live chat, or view international calling options.
Interstate Compact Resources
Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families
Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families (Tutor.com/military), funded by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CMGA), is a program that allows eligible students in grades kindergarten through college to connect to a live tutor online at any time (24/7/361) for one‐to‐one help with homework, studying, test prep and more, at no cost.
To support DoD‐affiliated personnel and their families who are being impacted by COVID‐19 disruptions, DoD Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) leadership temporarily expanded eligibility for Tutor.com/ military. As of April 2020, all DoD service members, civilian personnel, and all dependent family members are eligible. DoD military children in grades K‐12, Coast Guard families, and DoDEA students who were eligible to use Tutor.com/military prior to April 2020 will continue to access the program as usual.
Resources by Group
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Discovery Education
Helping Kids Cope When A Loved One Is On Military Deployment
This site has lesson plans and resources for teaching students of all grade levels.
This book was produced by the National Association for the Education of Young Children.-->MIC3
This is the official website of the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission. The goal of the interstate compact is to remove barriers to educational success imposed on children of military families because of frequent moves and deployment of their parents. The compact seeks to make the transition easier for children of military families, so they are afforded the same opportunities for educational success as other children and not penalized or delayed in achieving their educational goals. Applicable to transfers among public schools, it addresses key education issues encountered by military families in the areas of enrollment, eligibility, placement, and graduation.Military Child Education Coalition
MCEC provides training and leadership to ensure quality, inclusive educational experiences for all military children.Military Student Mentoring
Our online training program for mentors working with military students. Find information specific to using the MentorConnections Model of school-based mentoring for military students.Traumatic Grief in Military Children
The National Child Traumatic Stress Network has developed many resources for working with children.Veterans Day Teacher Guide
Many resources are provided to help with planning a Veteran's Day Assembly, including a downloadable Teacher's Guide. - Parents/Students
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Deployment Health and Readiness Library
This library provides Service members, families, leaders, health care providers, and veterans an easy way to find deployment health and family readiness information. Within this library you'll find access to fact sheets, guides, and other products on a wide variety of topics published by the services and organizations that serve you. You'll also find additional web links to other organizations and resources devoted to the health and well-being of the Service member and their familyEmployment Resources for Military Spouses
Military Child Education Coalition
MCEC provides training and leadership to ensure quality, inclusive educational experiences for all military children.Military Family Network
The purpose is to build supportive connections between military families and community resources.Military Kids Connect
This site helps military kids connect with each other and share common concerns.Military One Source
Military OneSource is a free service the Department of Defense provides to support military members and their families with concerns like money management, spouse employment, education, parenting, relocation, deployment, and family members with special needs. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from any location in the world.Navy Region Northwest Fleet and Family Support
The Navy Fleet and Family Support Program offers assistance to all Navy personnel.School Liaison Officers
This site provides contact information for School Liaison Officers for all branches.School Liaison Officers, Joint Base Lewis-McChord
This site provides information from the School Liaison Office at JBLM.Service Members' Legal Rights While on Active Duty
Sesame Street for Military Families
Tutor.com
Tutor.com can connect you to a professional tutor whenever you need one. This service is provided by the Department of Defense at no cost to military families.Washington National Guard Family Programs
This is the official website of the Washington National Guard, including Child and Youth Programs.Yellow Ribbon Foundation
This organization provides veterans with food, clothing, shelter, medical assistance, and education. - Parents of Students with Special Needs
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- The Education Directory for Children With Special Needs: The directory provides the information you need to make informed decisions about education and early intervention services.
- Exceptional Family Member Program: Your local installation EFMP Family Support staff can help you identify and access programs and services related to education, outreach, local school, and early intervention services.
- Special Needs Consultants: Special needs consultants can be accessed through Military OneSource Exceptional Family Member Program Resources, Options, and Consultations. Consultants are available by phone or video to help you navigate the medical and educational needs of your family and connect you with military and community-based support.