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School Plays an Important Role for the Children of US Military Families

April 12, 2021 By Kevin

Know the Students

Children from US military families, also known as “blue star kids”, can have a very mobile upbringing. This can make it difficult for them to make friends and get adjusted to a new learning environment. The faculty and students can make transitioning into a new school much easier by getting to know the students and allowing for a few key considerations.

Teachers need to get to know their students. Those who are from military families may need a short period of time to adjust to a regular public school. While most of this transition is addressed by the family, teachers, and faculty at the school can also help blue star kids get back into the swing of things. Getting to know each student will give the teachers some insight as to where they have lived in the past and what type of learning experiences they’ve had.

Make Good Use of Resources for Military Students

Many students are in need of certain types of assistance in order for them to fit in seamlessly with their classmates. One-on-one teaching or strategic lesson plans designed for smaller groups may be beneficial for blue star kids who have trouble adapting to a larger classroom setting. By using a new provision known as the Military Student Identifier, schools can learn what approaches are most beneficial when trying to reach military students.

Maintain a Positive Sense of Community

One of the most important factors when helping a military child transition into a new school and classroom is to establish and maintain a positive sense of community. Feeling like they are a part of the group makes it easier for them to transition and will also give them the confidence they need to become more open to the learning process. For children who have difficulties meeting new people, counselors can be available to not only help the parents but also assist the kids by answering questions and making sure they are able to navigate the school grounds and get where they need to be.

For military kids, going to school is one of the quickest ways to connect to their surroundings. They get to make new friends and learn about their new community. Both teachers and students can help blue star kids work their way through the various steps they must go through when entering a new school. Once the transition is complete, maintaining that sense of belonging is essential. Military students who feel like they belong adapt much quicker and get down to the task of learning sooner than later.

Filed Under: Military Life Tagged With: Military Children

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