Military Child Education Coalition 2015 Calendar

2015

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Military Child Education Coalition

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MADISON Grade 9, Salem High School Virginia Beach, Virginia • US Navy

The Military Child Education Coalition® (MCEC®) Calendar Sales of this calendar benefit the

MCEC Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial NASA Space Camp Scholarship For more information on the MCEC scholarship, visit our website at:

www.MilitaryChild.org / parents-and-students/scholarships To order a calendar, log on to store.MilitaryChild.org or call Denise at (254) 953-1923 ext. 1117

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2014 Space Camp Scholarship Winner Alexandria, Virginia • 6th Grade • US Air Force

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Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial NASA Space Camp Scholarship Application Application Deadline: March 10, 2015

NASA Space Camp (www.spacecamp.com) brings kids together for an unforgettable journey .they will never forget. For many, it’s a life-changing event – helping them make decisions about their educational and vocational careers. This extraordinary adventure teaches our youth about astronauts and space travel… and so much more! They learn leadership skills and they develop friendships that can last a lifetime.

To Apply Send Completed Application To:

Military Child Education Coalition Attn: Space Camp 909 Mountain Lion Circle Harker Heights, TX 76548

About Space Camp Established by the MCEC Board of Directors in 2001, the Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial Space Camp Scholarship was created in memory of 11 year-old Bernard, a passenger on the hijacked airliner that crashed into the Pentagon on September 11, 2001.

The scholarship gives military-connected children the opportunity to have a fully paid, week-long experience combining the worlds of science, service and learning. Campers delight in their week of exploration, and experience science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs in action. For more information about Space Camp, and how to apply go to http://www.MilitaryChild.org/public/upload/images/SpaceCampApplication_Web.pdf This camp has given me new inspiration for working towards my goals. Not only did I learn about space, I learned about teamwork and leadership, and met kids who were brilliant, like me!

Scholarship recipient, grade 7 For more detailed information about Space Camp, visit their website at <www.spacecamp.com>.

Scholarship Information The Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial Space Camp scholarship is funded by the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC). The scholarship covers full tuition to include round trip transportation (from student’s home base to Space Camp), lodging, meals, and program materials.

Eligibility Requirements Student applicants must be: • The child of a Military Member on Active Duty or Mobilized Guard or Reserves, Post 9/11 Veteran or • The child of a Military Member who died while serving on Active Duty or Mobilized Guard or Reserve Status and • Enrolled in grades 6 through 9

To Apply Each STUDENT applicant must: o Submit a hand-written essay (written by the student) which includes: Why he or she should be selected, evidence of patriotism, future goals, community service, and “after camp” intentions o Submit two letters of recommendation with contact information (non-family members only) o Complete and submit the official application below, postmarked no later than the deadline of MARCH 10

_________________________________________________________________________________________________ STUDENT Last Name

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_________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Parent/Guardian (if different from above) and Relationship to Student

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TYSON Spangdahlem Elementary School Spangdahlem, Germany • US Air Force

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ALYSSA Grade 8, Landstown Middle School Grade 4, Wilson Elementary School • Fort Benning, GA • US Army Virginia Beach, Virginia • US Navy

January 2015 MAKE A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION TO HELP OTHERS… Donate online at www.MilitaryChild.org

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Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday

Belly Laugh Day

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Parachute by Tori • Grade 5, McBride Elementary School • Fort Benning, GA • US Army Stars by Hannah • Grade 8, Landstown Middle School • Virginia Beach, VA • US Navy

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

IAN Grade 4, Shelton Park Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia â&#x20AC;˘ US Marines

February 2015 LOG ON TODAY! www.MilitaryChild.org

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Presidents’ Day

Ash Wednesday

Love Your Pet Day

Chinese New Year

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Washington’s Birthday

Late Mail-in registration deadline for March SAT

For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Valentine’s art by Jenny • Grade 6, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • US Department of Justice “Love Travels” by Bryn • Grade 4, Stockwell Place Elementary • Bossier City, LA • US Air Force Flower and Hearts by Janeliz • Grade 1, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • DoDS Cat art by Jonathan • Grade 5, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • US Department of Justice

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

I Will Miss You I will miss you Like a dog misses chasing after a squirrel on a warm summer’s day Like a student misses going out during summer to play Like horses miss eating that fresh sweet hay I know that I have to go and I wish that I could let you know That I can write and share about my experiences in the new place that I will be in And all the fun I will have with my new friends, all while missing you And I hope that you will write me too about the places we used to go together And the fun we used to have at those places that you are now enjoying with your other friends Just so you know, I will never forget the time I spent with you Just like all the friends I had and will never forget, in all the different places I have lived All because my dad is in the Military

VANESSA Poem • Grade 8, The Classical Academy • Colorado Springs, CO • US Air Force

KARLA Artwork • Grade 9, Hohenfels Middle High School • Hohenfels, Germany • US Army

March 2015 LOG ON TODAY!

MilitaryChild.org/blog | www.youtube.com/MilitaryChild Twitter.com/MilitaryChild | Facebook.com/MilitaryChild

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Dr. Seuss’ Birthday

Late online or phone registration deadline for March SAT

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Daylight Saving Time

Space Camp applications must be postmarked by today

Registration deadline for April ACT

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Military Child Education Coalition Flower and Sun by Christian. • Grade 3, Hanscom School Age Program • Hanscom Air Force Base, MA • US Air Force Butterfly by Janeliz • Grade 1, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • DoDS

909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

I drew this artwork because I know how hard it is to be a military child and how happy you are once they return. You don’t know how hard it is to have a loved one away or maybe never return. All that you can think while they’re gone is are they gonna make it home? Really, all you can do is hope and pray that they will ever return. That’s what inspired me to create this artwork about a military child.

PEYTON Grade 5, Princess Anne Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia • US Navy

April is Month of the Military Child April 2015

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PURPLE UP! FOR MILITARY KIDS

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Administrative Professionals’ Day Arbor Day

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Military Child Education Coalition Kayla • Grade 8, Larkspur Middle School • Virginia Beach, Virginia Trees by Peyton • Grade 5, Princess Anne Elementary • Virginia Beach, Virginia • US Navy

909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

KYLIE Grade 5, Princess Anne Elementary Virginia Beach, Virginia â&#x20AC;˘ US Navy

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For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Mothers Day by Abigail • Grade 8, Landstown Middle School • Virginia Beach, VA • US Army Armed Forces Day by Jesse • E. A. White • Fort Benning, GA • US Army Memorial Day by Lily • Grade 8 • Landstown Middle School • Virginia Beach, VA

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

LUCY Grade 8, Carlisle Barracks Youth Art Carlisle, PA â&#x20AC;˘ US Air Force

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ACT Test Dates can be found at: http://www.actstudent.org/regist/dates.html Check for SAT Test Dates here: http://professionals.collegeboard.org/ testing/sat-reasoning/register/test-dates

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For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Butterflies by Leandra • Grade 3, Netzaberg Elementary School • Netzaberg, Germany • US Army Father’s Day Art by Faith • Grade 5, Princess Anne Elementary • Virginia Beach, VA • US Navy

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

VALERIA Grade 7, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • US Customs & Border Patrol

ALLISON Grade 8, Carlisle Barracks Youth Art Carlisle Barracks Youth Art • US Army

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For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Sun art by Mary • Grade 1 • Honolulu, Hawaii • US Navy Lighthouse art by • US Navy

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

ALEX Grade 2, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • US Border Patrol

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Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

KALVIN Grade 7, Hohenfels Middle High School Hohenfels, Germany • US Army

ONELIS Grade 6, Ramey School • Moca, Puerto Rico • US Customs & Border Patrol

September 2015 National Literacy Month Read together 20 minutes every day.

Check out Tell Me A Story: www.militarychild.org/parents-and-students/programs/tell-me-a-story-tmas

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Labor Day

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Grandparents’ Day

Rosh Hashanah

Stepfamily Day

Constitution Day

Air Force Birthday

Talk Like a Pirate Day

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Gold Star Mothers Day

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For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Air Force Birthday Art by Megan • Grade 8, Landstown Middle School • Virginia Beach, VA • US Navy Bus by Kalvin • Grade 7, Hohenfels Middle High School • Hohenfels, Germany • US Army Star by Hannah • Grade 8, Landstown Middle School • Virginia Beach, VA • US Navy

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

YESENIA Grade 7, Ramey School • Aguadilla, Puerto Rico • US Army

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Columbus Day

Navy Birthday

Boss’s Day

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Make a Difference Day

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Halloween

For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Plane art by McKenzie • Grade 8, Larkspur Middle School • Virginia Beach, Virginia • US Navy Eiffel Tower art by Levi • Grade 3, Chloe Clark School • Dupont, WA • US Army

Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

Being a military child is somewhat like being a bird. You may feel secure in your home, but in an instant, that branch can break and everything changes.

You’re forced to let go of your home and fly away to a new one, away from family and friends and settle in a new place.

“Unpredictable”

KRISTIN Grade 12, Hohenfels Middle High School Hohenfels, Germany • US Army

Month of the Military Family November 2015

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Daylight Saving Time Ends All Saints’ Day

All Souls’ Day

Election Day

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Marine Corps Birthday Happy Birthday to Sesame Workshop! www.sesameworkshop.org

Veterans Day

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Thanksgiving

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Tax time is approaching!

Don’t forget that donations to MCE C are

For information on MCEC training, go to www.MilitaryChild.org/training Military Family by Christopher • Grade 4, Wilson Elementary School • Fort Benning, GA • US Army Ship art by Carlos • Grade 11, Bayside High School • Virginia Beach, VA • US Navy

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Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

Military Girl I don’t wear any uniforms, no blues or greens.

But I am in the military, in a rank never seen.

I have no job on my shoulders, salutes I never give.

But the military world, is the place where I live.

I am not in the rank of command, orders I do not get.

But my daddy is the one who does, this I cannot forget.

I am not the one who fires the weapon, who puts my life on the line. but my job is just as tough, I am the one that left friends behind.

My dad is a patriot, a smart and kind man With the job to serve his country, not all understand.

My dad works to keep this country free, My dad makes the sacrifice, but so does my mom, brother, sister, and me.

Even though it might get a little wild, I stand with the rank known as the Military Child.

PRIONNA Grade 4, Wilson Elementary School • Fort Benning, GA • US Army

VICTORIA Grade 11, Hohenfels Middle High School • Hohenfels, Germany • US Army

KATIE Grade 6, Holloman Middle School • Holloman AFB, NM • US Air Force

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Snowman and Family by Kierra • Grade 3, Netzaberg Elementary School • Netzaberg, Germany • US Army Christmas Tree by Brittany • Grade 4, Meadows Elementary School • Fort Hood, Texas • US Army

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Military Child Education Coalition 909 Mountain Lion Circle • Harker Heights, Texas 76548 CFC #10261 • (254) 953-1923 • www.MilitaryChild.org

Thanks to Capital Printing for their support sponsoring the printing of this calendar.

How Your Support Helps Multiple deployments coupled with extended family separations have strained our military families, and the impact will be felt for years to come. To help military families and their children thrive in this challenging environment, the Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) has developed evidence-based programs to support military and veteran-connected children and youth from pre-kindergarten through grade 12.

At MCEC, we strive to empower military and veteran-connected children and the community that surrounds them. This includes parents, educators, school professionals, and military, civic and business leaders…this includes YOU! Please join us as we work to meet the challenge of ensuring the children of our service men and women have everything they need to reach their full potential. Help us cultivate our country’s future leaders!

Your tax-deductible donation to MCEC, a 501(c)(3) organization, funds programs for students, parents and professionals, providing vital peer and community support systems. MCEC will be honored to be the recipient of your charitable contribution designated in one of the following areas: • Student/Youth Initiatives • Parent Initiatives • Educator/Professional Initiatives Together, we will grow a community of support

...for the sake of the child.

For More Information and to Donate go to http://www.militarychild.org/partners/growing-a-community-of-support

Space Camp Winners Most were at the top of their class academically, and many excel in science and math and are active in Boy Scouts or Girl Scouts. Some plan to be astronauts. The 2014 winners of the Bernard Curtis Brown II Memorial Space Camp scholarships are all exceptional. Encourage students to apply and join the 160 kids whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve experienced the thrill of space exploration!

2014 Recipients AIDAN F IR MAN

J AC K SO N H ARRI S

N O EMI C E R R I TOS

Alexandria, Virginia 6th Grade US Air Force

Satellite Beach, Florida 8th Grade US Coast Guard

Fort Campbell, Kentucky 8th Grade US Army

AIDAN WILL IAMS

J O H N CO GB I L L , J R .

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Fort Hood, Texas 6th Grade US Army

Honolulu, Hawaii 9th Grade US Navy

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Georgia, Vermont 6th Grade US Army

ANDREW WEST Hohenfels, Germany 6th Grade US Army

DANIEL L AWSON Summerville, South Carolina 8th Grade US Navy

DIMITR IC WAGNER Spring, Texas 9th Grade Air National Guard

Leesburg, Virginia 8th Grade US Coast Guard

Stafford, Virginia 8th Grade US Marines

M ARI AH STEB B I N S

S AM U E L S I R N A

Winchester, New Hampshire 7th Grade US Air Force

Story City, Iowa 6th Grade US Air Force Reserves

Artwork Submissions may be displayed at the MCEC 17th National Training Seminar, and in various publications, such as the On the Move magazine.

Film Submissions will be considered for showing at the MCEC 17th National Training Seminar.

Writing Submissions [poetry, short stories, essays] may be printed in the MCEC 17th National Training Seminar program, and other publications.

Open to all military-connected children, kindergarten through high school.

For more information and a complete set of rules, please visit www.militarychild.org/parents-andstudents/programs/the-call-for-the-arts

Submissions accepted September through January each year.

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College Admissions Workbook.............................................................$2.50 Finding My Path: A College Admissions JournalTM is a guide to help students identify what type of college is right for them, what they hope to accomplish, and how colleges rank according to their specific criteria. This journal includes sample interview questions (both to ask and to be prepared to answer), a sample college resume, helpful links to important college-planning websites, and much more.

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Activities included in this kit explicitly teach basic social skills and provide the tools kids need to begin and build healthy relationships and to identify and avoid negative relationships. Books include How to be a Friend, Travels with Toot and Puddle, and Leonardo the Terrible Monster.

For the almost 2 million children with a parent or loved one serving today in the United States military, this year may bring a deployment of their parent or loved one, an order to move to a new base across the country, or a life changed forever by injury or death.

It is these trying circumstances – in these trying times of extended deployments – that remind us of the sacrifices, bravery and courage of the youngest among us: the military child.

What is the most important way each of us can honor those who serve our country so bravely? Make a 12-month effort to keep the spotlight on these amazing children and the loved ones who support them.

Here are some ways to do this: Reach Out - Military-connected children are in every school, every town, and every community, so ask around at your workplace, church, or your local recreation center to find military-connected children and learn how you can help.

Keep Standards High - Military-connected children are kids first and military children second. Offer them the same opportunities as every child and maintain the same high expectations for their success.

Know Your Neighbor - Life gets hectic, but take time to meet the military families in your community and learn their story so you can better understand what they are going through.

Stay Flexible - Also remember that deployment of a parent or loved one means the family is operating with one less spoke in the wheel. Offer your help instead of criticism if the child is a few minutes late to soccer practice or forgets the juice on snack day.

Bring Brownies or Offer to Drive to Brownies - Deployment often means the waiting parent becomes a single parent, so help out by offering to carpool to activities, or bring over a home-baked meal or goodies for the family to enjoy.

Be a Mentor - Step up to offer support for the child by becoming a part of their daily life, or serving as a positive role model.

Reassure, Encourage, and Praise - Reassure children that they are safe and loved and doing a good job.

Share Your Strengths and Resources - Volunteer to share your webcam so a military family can see their loved one serving abroad, or use your computer’s scanner to e-mail their drawings and photographs.

Do Routine Things Routinely - Especially in times of transition and change, children need routine and structure. Maintain their daily routines, and stick to a schedule to ensure balance and comfort in the child’s life.

Support the Deployed Troops - Make an effort with military-connected children to reinforce pride in their parent who is serving, and to recognize the nobility of their service. Help the child send a care package to their parent, or help prepare signs for the homecoming celebration!

Military children are your neighbors and your child’s classmates and playmates.

They are the children next to you at religious services each week, and the children you see at school and on the playground every day. For their sacrifices, their honor, and their courage, they deserve the best.

Art by Amayrani • Grade 5, E. A. White Elementary School • Fort Benning, GA • US Army

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Art by Amayrani Grade 5, E. A. White Elementary School Fort Benning, GA • US Army

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Different hairstyles and fashions for the countries to show Every new place there’s something new to know This life is as unique as can be Unlike most families you see Even though I’m a chid My life experiences are not mild New dialects, clothes and religions as I go So many things this world has to show

Poem above by Kaila Grade 7, Brussels American School Brussels, Belgium • Civilian DoD

Artwork (left) by Cason Grade 5, Wilson Elementary School Fort Benning, GA • US Army

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