Military life is ever-changing. Our help is always here.
We understand the impact a military lifestyle can have on a child — academically, emotionally, and socially. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to serve the children of those who serve us all — connecting them to schools, organizations, and other resources to make sure they’re college-, work-, and life-ready.
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Purple Star: A Commitment to Military Families
Episode 347
The Purple Star School program is designed to help schools respond to the challenges military-connected children face during their school…
Parent Webinars
The MCEC parent webinars are designed to help military-connected parents as they guide their children through their educational journey.Featured Programs & Resources
MCEC Global Training Summit
The MCEC Global Training Summit (GTS) has grown into the foremost professional development opportunity for educators, administrators, and professionals who are devoted to providing military-connected children with the best possible education opportunities.
Month of the Military Child Toolkit
Join us in recognizing our military-connected children this April during the Month of the Military Child (MOMC). The life of a military kid is a blend of unique adventures and challenges. It’s important to keep in mind that they serve our country too, as part of a military family… not just in April, but all year long.
The Call for the Arts
Artists in grades PreK-12, share your interpretations, through art, of what it means to you to be a military-connected child.
Their Story. Our Mission.
When the nation calls persons to defend her, the families affected by one of their members answering the call face worries and changes in their daily lives. This image symbolizes those who must share a loved one with the nation. Purple is the color of military kids and the color of the sky in my painting. Yellow ribbons on the trees symbolize waiting for someone to return.
Estefany | Grade 11 | US Army
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News & Updates
The Military Child Education Coalition Launches Heroic Hearts Scholarship in Partnership with Columbia Southern University
The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) is excited to announce its partnership with Columbia Southern University to offer The Military…MCEC Opens 2025 Call for the Arts – Spotlighting Creativity and Stories of Military-Connected Students
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The Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) proudly announces Mary Bier, MBA, as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding…Scholarship Recipients “Transformed” during MCEC’s Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership Program
Eleven exceptional students from across the nation attended the Military Child Education Coalition® (MCEC®) Fall 2024 Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership…
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