Military Family Resources and More 💜
Freedom 7 Supports and Welcomes Our Military Families
Freedom 7 Elementary School of International Studies is honored to serve our military families. Just 4 miles from Patrick Space Force Base, Freedom 7 serves a large number of students and staff representing all branches of the United States Military.
Freedom 7 Military Point of Contact (MPOC)
Lisa Megown
Freedom 7 Assistant Principal
megown.lisa@brevardschools.org
321.868.6610 ext. 44615
Transition Planning for Military Families
Patrick SFB School Liaison contact information:
Susan Clark, School Liaison Program Manager
Susan.clark.8@spaceforce.mil
321-494-1991
On Facebook @ PatrickCYES.SLO
https://www.gopatrickfl.com/youth-programs.html
www.militaryonesource.mil (a free 24/7 resource for military families of all branches of service providing a variety of assistance, resources, and tools)
www.militarychildcare.com (Resource and information on available Before/After School childcare)
https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/ (Provides resources and information appropriate for younger children on military related topics such as moving, deployment, etc.)
Academic Planning for Military Families
Information regarding academic standards and opportunities, graduation requirements, DE and AP course offerings, applicable CTE programs, etc. for Brevard Public schools can be found in the Student Progression Plan on the BPS Curriculum and Instruction website.
https://www.stepupforstudents.org/ Scholarship resources available to students in Florida in a variety of categories (tax credit, unique abilities, New Worlds reading, Hope, transportation, etc.)
Freedom 7 Elementary Guidance Counselor
Kathleen Lucas
Lucas.Kathleen@brevardschools.org
Resource and Educational Opportunities for Military Students
www.mic3.net Information on the Military Interstate Compact and resources available for eligible transitioning military dependents.
https://military.tutor.com/home Free tutoring and test preparation resources for eligible military dependents.
https://unitedthroughreading.org/ Free shared story time resources to keep children and parents connected during a deployment.
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Department of Air Force EFMP (Exceptional Family Member Program Information)
https://daffamilyvector.us.af.mil/membersite/
Military Recognition Events
1. Parent Education
2. World TV Military Observance Activities
3. Veterans Day Assembly November 8
4. Purple Up Day
5. Military Clap Out
6. Constitution Day Activities
7. Purple Star Committee Quarterly Meetings
Freedom 7 World TV Observance/Activity | ||
Date | Observance | Activity |
September 18 | Air Force Day | A segment on the history and role of the Air Force |
September 19 | National POW/MIA Day | A tribute to POWs and MIAs and their sacrifices |
October 26 | National Day of Deployed | A tribute to deployed military personnel and their sacrifices |
November | Military Family Month | A month long series of segments honoring and appreciating military families and branches of the military |
November 11 | Veterans Day | A tribute to veterans and their service |
December 7 | National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day | A tribute to the military personnel who lost their lives at Pearl Harbor |
February 17 | Presidents' Day | A feature on the significance of Presidents' Day |
March 13 | K9 Veterans Day | A segment on the role of military working dogs and their handlers |
March 29 | Vietnam Veterans Day | A tribute to Vietnam veterans and their service |
April | Month of Military Child | A series of segments featuring military children and their experiences |
May | National Military Appreciation Month | Segments honoring and appreciating the military |
Friday before Mother's Day | Military Spouse Appreciation Day | A tribute to military spouses and their sacrifices |
May 18 | Armed Forces Day | A tribute to the Armed Forces and their service |
Freedom 7's Student-Led Transition Program
Student-Led Mentor Program: Military students (4-6) mentors primary (K-3) military students.
Information on Exceptional Education Services
Exceptional Student Education Specialist:
Zaida Silva
Silva.Zaida@brevardschools.org
https://www.brevardschools.org/o/bps/page/exceptional-student-education
504 and ESOL Contact:
Kathleen Lucas
Lucas.Kathleen@brevardschools.org
https://www.brevardschools.org/o/bps/page/esol-program-title-iii
Brevard Public Schools provides a range of ESE resources, including school-specific support for families navigating transitions with IEPs and 504 plans. For more information, please visit the BPS Exceptional Education Services website.
Department of Air Force EFMP (Exceptional Family Member Program Information) https://daffamilyvector.us.af.mil/membersite/
Five Percent Open Enrollment Seats for Military Students
Professional Development
October 29th Susan Clark
Mental Health Services for Military Students
School Counselor: Kathleen Lucas
Lucas.Kathleen@brevardschools.org
Brevard Public Schools offers Psychological and Mental Health Services to all students, including those in military families. These school-based mental health services, along with many other resources, are available at the Mental Wellness website or at https://bpscommunityconnect.findhelp.com/.