Their Stories. Our Mission. Stories from Military Kids
Estefany | Grade 11 | US Army
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.
Jose | Grade 9 | US Army
We are a very diverse group of very normal kids. We tend to appreciate family time more than most because we experience so many separations. Some benefits include self discipline, easy access to museums on post, opportunities like youth/teen centers and the MWR, support from friends and adults that understand the challenges we face, moving to see new places and have new experiences. I hope to one day be a Catholic Chaplain (priest) in the Marine Corps.
Madilyne | Grade 8 | US Marines
My inspiration behind my poem was how I felt before my first big move overseas and how I felt after my first big move overseas. I have moved five times, have attended 4 different schools, and my Dad has been on five deployments. Being a military child I get to meet new people, travel to new places, and create incredible memories.
Kyron | Grade 2 | US Marines
What inspired me to draw this picture was my dad. He was in the Marine Corps. When I grow up I want to be just like my dad and join the Marines. I think everyone should know that being a military kid is hard because we are always moving and missing our family like grandma, grandpa, aunties, uncles and cousins. I still love being a military kid.