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“Wish You Were Here”
It can be scary to find your way around a new school and community when all you want is to see the friends you left behind. Staying connected to people who love you can make a new place feel like home. It is also a powerful habit that benefits everyone.
Some easy ways to stay connected are to send a postcard, text a first-day-of-school picture to someone you miss, or make a call to share something exciting about your new school… it is all connection, and it all makes a new school year not so scary.
Welcome Packets
Teachers: You can help ease those first-day jitters for both new students and those returning from last year. As you build your welcome packets make these certificates to connect with students.
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Back to School Toolkit
Planning for the coming year can be overwhelming, especially for military families with multiple children in various grades or after a PCS move. We dove into many resources to provide you with tips and tricks to help you make this school year (and every school year) a success!
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Checklist for School Moves
School transitions can be one of the most stressful parts of a PCS for families. Use our checklist to help you keep the transition as smooth as possible.
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Explore all toolkit resources:
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Have a Question? Ask a MSC!
Do you have a question regarding transition or the needs to best serve your military-connected child? Connect with a Military Student Consultant.