Military Child Education Coalition

Pre-Summit, Opening Gala celebrating 20 years of The MCEC Student 2 Student Program and benefitting our Frances Hesselbein Student Leadership Program, student performances, and more! Thanks to all who made Day 1 a success!

Tonight, we're thrilled to celebrate the inaugural Military Child Champion Awards! 🎉 This award honors exceptional commitment to supporting military-connected children. Join us in recognizing these incredible contributions.

USAA - Military Child Champion Corporate Award

Wounded Warrior Project - Military Child Champion Partner Award

Gen. (Ret) Dennis Reimer and Mrs. Mary Jo Reimer - Military Child Champion Individual Award

Wrapping up a full day of pre-summit learning! Thank you, National Child Traumatic Stress Network, USAA, and Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), for sponsoring these informative sessions for our attendees!

We are so excited to have 155 students and sponsors from 40 schools, 6 states, and Italy at !

Excited for kicking off tomorrow! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible sponsors for their unwavering support to our military kids!

USAA
College Board
BAE Systems, Inc.
CareSource
Oshkosh Defense
Textron Inc.
Kellanova
General Dynamics
Tutor.com
Association of Military Banks of America - AMBA
ADS, Inc.
Defense Credit Union Council
The Barry Robinson Center
LiteFighter
ELK Promotions, Inc.

We’re excited to see you in just 2 days at ! Who’s joining us in DC? Let us know where you’re traveling from in the comments and tag us in your travel photos!

is only 3 days away! Download the MCEC Global Training Summit App to have all the details at your fingertips! Registration is still open for our in-person and virtual events!

Reserve your spot today! https://bit.ly/4cDotV9

Discover how the College Board's BigFuture Program is empowering students to shape their future. Join Greg Rafal, Director of BigFuture Program Implementation, as he highlights the significance of college and career guidance for military-connected students. 🎓💼 https://apple.co/4cXxloK

Sponsored by the Sheppard Spouses' Club

1 week until ! 🎉

Live in the NCR? Registration for our in-person event is still open! Can't make it to DC? There's still time to join us virtually on August 1st! https://bit.ly/4cDotV9

Missing our weekly Parent Webinars?

Don't miss out on our Virtual Global Training Summit on August 1! Join us for a half-day of free sessions, starting with a Master Class and exploring various Distinguished Lecture options. Register now at https://bit.ly/3RGiUwK

In this powerful discussion, Keygan Miller from The Trevor Project shares the organization’s mission to support and empower LGBTQ+ youth. The conversation highlights the importance of education, acceptance, and creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals, especially in the military community.

🎧 https://apple.co/3WqKK2I

Exciting news! The latest issue of "On The Move Magazine" is here, featuring 20 years of the MCEC Student 2 Student Program, breakthroughs in military youth mental health, and valuable insights on supporting military children with special needs. Check it out now! https://bit.ly/4f3ix9n

The Global Training Summit is just 2 weeks away!

We are thrilled to announce LTG Darrell K. Williams, U.S. Army (Ret.), President, Hampton University as our featured speaker for the 2024 MCEC Gala Opening Event! Don't miss the opportunity to join our community and rally in support of military children!

Register for today! https://bit.ly/4cDotV9

Join us for this special Pre-Summit session, Mental Health Risk Factors and Su***de Prevention for Military Families, on July 29th at ! Learn how to recognize warning signs, support those in need, and make a difference in the fight against su***de. Reserve your spot now! https://bit.ly/3VXlQ9v

Sponsored by USAA

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of MG (Retired) Paul Mock, a former member of the MCEC Board of Directors. MG Mock dedicated his life to serving others, with a remarkable 37-year career in the United States Army Reserves, 25 years in the Los Angeles Police Department, and 4 years as the National Chair for the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). He also selflessly volunteered for MCEC and other organizations supporting Veterans and their families. His unwavering commitment to the children of our National Guard and Reserves made him an exceptional advocate. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Mock family during this difficult time.

Check out this insightful conversation on building resilience skills for military-connected youth. Dr. Rachel Millstein and Stacie Fredriksson with Home Base, discuss programs that can help navigate the unique challenges of their highly mobile lifestyle. 🎧 https://apple.co/3W0T87p

Sponsored by the Naval Officers' Spouses' Club of San Diego

The MCEC Global Training Summit is just 3 weeks away!

The hotel special block rate for summit attendees closes Wednesday, July 10th! Use the following link to reserve your accommodations at the special rate! https://bit.ly/3WfBXAG

Join us July 29-31 for the Global Training Summit in Washington, DC! This event offers Continuing Education (CE), networking, and resources for all professionals that support military kids.

Register for and don’t forget to book your room! https://bit.ly/3XJwwcm

Happy Birthday, America! What are your favorite traditions?

MCEC is proud to be a part of Wounded Warrior Project's 2024-2025 Community Partnership network. This partnership embodies the strength of community and our shared commitment to addressing the most pressing needs of warriors, their families, and caregivers. With our shared dedication, we can go in our mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who've served our country.

The MCEC Global Training Summit is just 4 weeks away in DC!

Join us at for an incredible opportunity to learn how to serve and support military kids. Don't miss out - share with your colleagues, friends, and family and REGISTER TODAY! https://www.militarychild.org/gts

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Announcing Global Training Summit Master Classes!

Tuesday, July 30 - Spotlight Series: Increasing Educational Support for Military-Connected Students

Part One:
State Implementation and Evaluation of New Policy Initiatives: Research Findings

Part Two:
State Implementation and Evaluation of New Policy Initiatives: Implications & Applications

Wednesday, July 31 - Nurturing the Seed of Character in Children

Learn more and register for here: https://bit.ly/3W1n4Bz

Exciting conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Connors and Dr. Samantha Reaves on leveraging data for enhancing school mental health support systems. Discover the significance of system and individual level data in assessing program quality and driving improvements.

🎧 https://apple.co/4cDKSkM

Sponsored by the National Child Traumatic Stress Network

Join MCEC Parent Programs en Español tomorrow for a webinar on preparing your military teen to thrive after high school!

Register here to watch live, or to receive the recording: https://bit.ly/registrowebinar27dejunio

Virtual GTS registration is now open!

The 2024 MCEC Global Training Summit (GTS) is a hybrid event! We are excited to welcome our in-person attendees to Washington, DC this July — and to share the GTS virtual training with attendees around the world on August 1.

Check out the agenda and register for here! https://bit.ly/4bi54Ye

Let's inspire our children to embrace an active lifestyle and break free from screens! Join us as we delve into strategies for promoting healthy habits that last a lifetime.

Register today! https://bit.ly/3VUG8lb

Join us for this webinar as we explore ways to support military-connected students in building strong social connections for their overall well-being and success.

Register today! https://bit.ly/3zeIwud

MCEC proudly supports every military kid just the way they are.

Lisa Howard, VP of Government Affairs & Community Engagement at The Barry Robinson Center, sheds light on mental health in the military community, sharing personal experiences and advocating for open conversations to combat stigma.

🎧 https://apple.co/3VR6cxs

: Celebrating Freedom