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

• https://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 military childcare)

• https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/ (Provides resources and information appropriate for younger children on military related topics such as moving, deployment, etc.)

• School record requests should be directed to the Front Office Clerk at 321-454-3550

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.)

• Questions regarding school specific academic resources and supports should be directed to Stevenson's Instructional Coach at 321-454-3550 x51855

Resources and Educational Opportunities for Military Children

• 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 and essay review resources for eligible military dependents

• https://unitedthroughreading.org/ Free shared story time resources to keep children and parents connected during a deployment

• Questions regarding school specific academic resources and supports should be directed to Stevenson's Instructional Coach at 321-454-3550 x51855

Student Led Transition Program

BPS is committed to ensuring a peer-led, safe, and positive transition for students from military families into our schools. For support, please contact the Military Point of Contact listed at the top of this webpage.

Our school is committed to providing a supportive and welcoming environment for military-connected students. To facilitate a smooth transition, we have established a student-led Military Transition Program.

• Transition Team Coordinator: The Transition Team Coordinator, a dedicated school staff member, oversees the program and works closely with military families.

• Peer-Support System: At the heart of our program is a peer-support system comprised of the Principal's Student Executive Council members. These student leaders serve as the Military Student Transition Team. They provide personalized support, guidance, and mentorship to new military students.

• Familiarization Process: When new military students join our school, they are paired with a Military Student Transition Team member who serves as their "buddy." The buddy provides tours of the campus, introduces the student to key staff and faculty, and helps them navigate the school's resources and activities.

By involving our student leaders in the transition process, we create a sense of belonging and community for new military students, ensuring that they feel welcomed, supported, and successful in their academic journey.

Information on Exceptional Education Services

• 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/

• Questions regarding Exceptional Student Services at Stevenson can by directed to Zaida Silva, ESE Support Specialist, at silva.zaida@brevardschools.org

Information on the mental health challenges facing military students, including ways to access school-based mental health services

• 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/.

• Patrick SFB installation Military Family Life Counselor information: CYB MFLC Robert Updegrove 321-474-1530

• Stevenson school contact - Angela Tuttle, Guidance Counselor at 321-454-3550 or tuttle.angela@brevardschools.org

Upcoming Military Recognition Events

• November 8th is Stevenson's Veteran's Day Celebration. We will be recognizing military families and their sacrifices while ensuring our continued freedoms.

• April is designated as the Month of the Military Child, underscoring the important role military children play in the armed forces community.

• Purple Up! Day on April 15th recognizes some of the military's most unsung heroes - their children. The day encourages everyone to wear purple representing all branches of the military and showing unity with each other.