Going to camp is a rite of passage for many children. Between game nights, bonfires, and team building activities, camp is not only a fun and enriching experience–it’s an opportunity for kids to establish a sense of independence and resilience. Military children in particular benefit greatly from attending camp. Challenges Faced by Military Children As […]
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Preparing Children for School—and the Future
During their early years, children benefit from stability and routines. Consistent child care and early education experiences will prepare children for their school years—and the future. Every parent wants to be sure their child is ready for the challenges of elementary school. They want to be sure their children are equipped with the necessary skills […]
5 Tips to Choose the Right Children School during your PCS
For the military family, education is just one more of many factors that come into play during a PCS. Here are 6 tips to help you choose the right school for your child. The summer of 2013 saw my family’s 6th PCS in 10 years of military service. In one key way it was an entirely […]
5 Tips to Ease Your Child into a New School
One of the inevitable aspects of being in the military is the fact that you are frequently required to relocate. It can be a stressful time for you, and an even harder time for your child. They have to adjust to a new school environment, make new friends, find their way around and get to […]
Getting Ready to Transition Schools
You just received orders, and your family is moving this summer. Transitioning your children into a new school system can be a challenging process, but if you plan ahead it can go smoothly. First, contact your local School Liaison Officer (SLO). This person is an expert in working with schools to help military children. Their […]
‘The ABCs of the Army’: A Child’s Guide to Living a Military Life
An idea borne while reading ABC books to her children while on a temporary deployment at Fort Belvoir, Virginia, transformed a military mom into a children’s book author. The family was in the middle of a PCS move, she told a Colorado Springs, Colorado-based FOX21 reporter in January. “…We were in the middle of a […]
Managing A School Year PCS
As your child reaches school age, there are additional concerns with each PCS. An off-season PCS amplifies these concerns and makes a smooth transition from one school to another even more important! There are many stresses during a PCS. Packing up household goods, planning the trip, and choosing a new home among them. Once your […]
Get Ready To Transition Schools
The orders were just handed down, and your family is moving this summer. In the past, it might have just been you and your spouse making the transition. But this time, you have a school-aged child or two (or more) in tow… This can be a complicated process, but if you get a jump start […]
What To Say When You Don’t Know If You’re Moving
You know that orders are coming… and it might move you across base or across the country. While you’re in that PCS limbo, here’s what to say when someone asks if you’re moving. Whether you are ready to move on to the next assignment or dreading leaving your current home, the waiting period between when […]
Nominations Open For Military Child of the Year® Award
Every year, Operation Homefront honors the smallest members of our military community for their resilience and sacrifice with the Military Child of the Year Gala. Nominations are now open for 2016 and they want YOU to nominate the special military child in your life! The Military Child of the Year® Award recognizes outstanding military children […]