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Student Voices of Military-Connected Children Inspire Guidance from Secretary Duncan
The men and women serving in our Armed Forces make incredible sacrifices in service to our country. And so do their family members. Through multiple deployments and frequent moves, the spouses and children of service members live in constant transition. … Continue reading
Different Venues; Similar Questions
On May 8, 2012, I traveled to New England and had an opportunity to meet with and talk and listen to with three distinct groups: students, faculty and staff at Dover High School (Dover, NH); senior administrators, including President Mark … Continue reading
Voices that Matter
I recently attended a convening sponsored by the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC), Joining Forces (which is coming up to its first anniversary) and the US Department of Education. The event was designed to identify a series of immediately implementable … Continue reading
National Guard Soldier, Educator Earns Prestigious Teaching Certification at White House
Cross-posted from ng.mil. COLUMBIA, S.C. – Becoming a nationally recognized educator is a lofty accomplishment and for one South Carolina Army National Guard member, that achievement became a reality as she was one of about 100 teachers from across the … Continue reading
Rural Recruits: College and Careers Available
Even in a remote rural community like Altus, Okla., there are clear connections between education and the economy. During a recent visit to the Air Education and Training Command at Altus Air Force Base, I was reminded of a question … Continue reading
Posted in College Completion, Headlines, News, Rural
Tagged College & Career Ready, Military, Rural
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Joining Forces
“This is a challenge to every segment of American society not to simply say thank you but to mobilize, take action and make a real commitment to supporting our military families.” said First Lady Michelle Obama at the launch of … Continue reading
Final Community College Regional Summit Focuses on Veterans, Military Members and Families
Tomorrow, April 15, ED will hold its fourth and final Community College Regional Summit at San Diego City College in San Diego, Calif. The focus of this one-day event is on Exemplary Programs for Veterans, Military Members, and Families, and … Continue reading
Posted in College Completion, Community Colleges, Headlines, News
Tagged Community Colleges, Graduation, Military, Summit, Veterans
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