MCEC 360 Summits

February 19-20, 2025

MCEC 360 Summits provide opportunities for cross-sector collaboration, idea sharing, and programming support, as well as discuss the benefits of Purple Star Readiness – and how to apply for or sustain designation. The Summit is open to professionals, students, and parents of our military-connected children.

The event is free of charge. Professional development sessions include MCEC’s Welcome Home to Now: Reunion, Reconnecting, and Routine, along with School Liaisons from Maxwell Air Force Base (Montgomery, AL) and Fort Moore (Columbus, GA) providing an overview of MIC3 and the Roles and Responsibilities of a School Liaison. This event also offers interaction with MCEC community coordinators, Student 2 Student introductory training for school groups, and a fun, interactive workshop for families.

Please register by February 14 for the professional development, parent, and student events.

This 360 Summit is funded through the Alabama State Department of Education State Fund and is in partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education, Maxwell Air Force Base, Fort Moore, and Troy University.

Please contact Likitca Ligon at Likitca.Ligon@MilitaryChild.org.


Join us for a day of professional learning! 

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST 

Troy University
Phenix City Campus
1510 Whitewater Ave.
Phenix City, AL 36867

What to expect:

  • Professional development sessions geared to support military connected-students in your community. 
  • Collaboration and networking opportunities with other educators and community leaders in the area. 

Breakfast and lunch provided. Please register by February 14.

Continuing Education Credits: 

Upon completion of the survey, participants may apply for one clock hour of continuing education credits for a fee of $5.00. Continuing education credit applications must be received within 12 months from the completion of the event. 


Join us for an evening of fun and learning with MCEC’s Tell Me A Story (TMAS), featuring the book The World Needs More Purple People. TMAS uses literature and storytelling in a way that fosters resilience, strong peer and parent connections, and a sense of pride and accomplishment.

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
4:45 – 7:00 p.m. EST

Phenix City Russell County Library
1501 17th Ave.
Phenix City, AL 36867

Each family will receive a copy of the book to take home. Dinner is provided. Please register by February 14.


On day 2 of the Summit, MCEC will conduct a Student 2 Student® (S2S) event for K-12 schools. S2S is a peer-to-peer student-led program that brings military and civilian students together to welcome new students, create a positive environment, support academic excellence, and ease transitions.

Thursday February 20, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. EST 

Troy University
Phenix City Campus
1510 Whitewater Ave.
Phenix City, AL 36867

This program is designed for school groups. Breakfast and lunch provided. Parents must register students. Please register by February 14, 2025.

Continuing Education Credits: 

Upon completion of the survey, participants may apply for six clock hours of continuing education credits for a fee of $30.00. Continuing education credit applications must be received within 12 months from the completion of the event. 


Questions? 

Please contact Likitca Ligon at Likitca.Ligon@MilitaryChild.org.

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