Ohio joins schools across the state and nation in honoring military members and families for their sacrifice, with a particular focus on military children currently navigating K-12 education.
School districts are encouraged to learn best practices for supporting the unique educational experiences of military-connected students, such as frequent relocations and parental deployments. Month of the Military Child resources are available to help districts support military-connected student needs in the classroom and provide ideas for celebrating the Month of the Military Child.
Participating in Month of the Military Child is one-way schools can work toward earning the Purple Star designation. Ohio Purple Star schools show a major commitment to students and families connected to our nation’s military.