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MCEC Podcast

Military Child Education Coalition

Conversations about the challenges military-connected kids face as they navigate multiple education systems from birth through high school.

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27:54

It’s ok to not be ok….. but suicide is never ok....

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/09/09

Amy Newsom will be sharing her family story of suicide and through the devastation of this event, how they have been given opportunities to have a meaningful impact on others. Show Notes: Honor Walk for Donor Family: Lifebanc » The Honor Walk Military OneSource: Suicide Awareness & Crisis Resources for the Military | Military OneSource Barry Robinson: Behavioral Health Services for Children & Teens - Barry Robinson Center Stephen Cohen: Cohen Veterans Network | Veteran and Military Family Mental

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28:22

Lead4Change: Leadership +Service= Measurable Change

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/09/02

Description: The Lift a Life Novak Family Foundation's mission is to help those in need achieve their full potential. Learn about their leadership initiative, Lead4Change, for adolescents/teens. This podcast has been made possible thanks to the generous support from Yuma Officers' Spouse Club. https://www.mscyuma.org/ Show Notes: Research Study Link - Executive Summary: https://www.lead4change.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Lead4Change-Research-Executive-Summary-2019-1.pdf (2)

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27:31

Kids Rank

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/08/27

Find out how Kids Rank not only understands the military culture but has developed opportunities for our kids to flourish regardless of their location. "It's important to play our role in building communities of care for our military kids". https://www.kidsrank.org/ This podcast has been made possible thanks to the generous support from the Naval Academy Spouses' & Civilians' Club. https://www.usna.edu/NASCC/index.php Kelcey Liverpool is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kids Rank, founded

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18:26

CSforALL JROTC Cadet Highlight

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/08/19

Olivia Vernon likes a challenge. As a military kid, she's learned the importance of change and how it helps you grow. Listen as she shares how the CSforAll program through her JROTC helped her become the first female from Oklahoma's Edmond High School to attend the Air Force Junior ROTC Cyber Academy. Also joining her is her AF JROTC instructor, Major Weingaertner, who discusses the importance of this program and others, all which can truly impact a student's future. Show Notes: This podcast has

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27:53

CSforALL

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/08/12

Tina Boyle Whyte is passionate about creating opportunities for students to expand their future. As a first generation college graduate and a woman of color she understands the importance of providing high level courses, like Computer Science, to a more diverse population. Learn how her organization CSforALL has partnered with JROTC programs across the nation to help create a foundation for students to succeed in our every changing world. This podcast has been made possible thanks to Hurlburt

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26:40

Extraordinary Military Kid Diego

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/08/06

Extraordinary military kid Diego, who is an actor, model, philanthropist and teen amputee, shares about his passion for making a difference and how he has never let his disability get in the way of his dreams of serving our military. Once it is released be sure to check out Diego in the Netflix original film Mixtape. Diego's social media sites (Facebook,Twitter, Instagram): @mrdiegomercado Viral video Diego mentions in the interview: #amputeepullups

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26:37

Empowering Students through Storytelling

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/07/30

LaChanda Garrison, DoDEA's Teacher of the Year, shares how her journey from being a military child to teaching military kids has helped her recognize the importance of culture when it comes to education. This podcast has been made possible thanks to the Marne Community and Spouses’ Club. "Learning Brain"- This is actually from a non-profit I am working with in the area of Trauma and Resilience. https://youtu.be/X5NnQPkR2hI Research on Parent Involvement- National Education

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19:15

MCEC Podcast Special NTS 2021 Series: Behind the Scenes

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/07/16

In this special episode you are going to get a behind the scenes look at the MCEC NTS 2021 Embracing the Future for #MilKids virtual event. You will find out details about the platform, Attendify, and tips and tricks for attendees to utilize throughout the event. Listeners will also hear about our marketplace, expo, awards and much much more. You can still register for the Virtual 2021 National Training Seminar (NTS): 2021 NTS: Embracing the Future for #Milkids. Join this FREE three-day virtual

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14:45

Special NTS 2021 Series: Pre-Seminar Professional...

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/07/15

You can still join our 2021 MCEC NTS Pre-Seminar Professional Learning Event by registering at https://www.militarychild.org/upload/images/2021%20NTS/NTS_PRE_SESSION_v5.pdf This episode also features our MCEC Professional Services! Learn more about: MCEC Professional development opportunities https://www.militarychild.org/professional-development NEW Military Student Consultant Initiative https://www.militarychild.org/MSC Military Student Transition Consultant Programs

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12:43

Special NTS 2021 Series: Student Achievement Highlight

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/07/09

On our special NTS episode today you are going to hear from Destiny Little our Implementation Manager for Purple Star Readiness at MCEC, but if you are a friend of MCEC you probably know her best from her work over many hears with our Student2Student Program. This year, several of our sponsors – AT&T, BAE, and Boeing – will participate on a panel presenting a wide range of options in STEM-related career opportunities for the students in attendance. Each of the NTS sponsors eagerly seeks out ways to

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11:43

Special NTS 2021 Series: Parent Support Highlight

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/07/06

This week you are going to hear all about parents from our MCEC Parent Support Implementation Manager Louise Webb. Hear about an exclusive event for our military families as part of our National Training Seminar this year. Don’t forget to RSVP for the Premiere Tell Me a Story Event this year at: https://tmassignin.questionpro.com/ Seats are limited so sign up today! Start here for information pertaining to Parents of military-connected children. https://www.militarychild.org/audience/parents Thanks

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14:19

Special NTS 2021 Series: Embracing the Future for...

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/07/01

Join us as we kick off our MCEC podcast National Training Seminar Series where we will feature special guests as we lead up to our virtual NTS later this month. Carrie Garlick the NTS Project Manager for over 16 years leads the conversation this week by giving our guests a peek behind the curtain to what they can expect this year and also insight into NTS 2022. Listen in to be the first to know inside details about the biggest event of the summer for military kids! Registration is Open for the

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28:17

GAB-on!

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/06/29

As parents we all struggle when it comes to conversing with our kids. Join us as we chat with Jarrid and Sylvia Hall, creators of GAB-on! a platform that creates "opportunity for conversations through authentic learning". This podcast has been made possible thanks to the Spouses’ Club of Lewis-McChord. Join the creators of GAB-on! for a session at the virtual MCEC National Training Seminar! Register Now at no charge for participants at

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19:32

DoD Impact Aid for Children with Severe Disabilities

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/06/24

Chief of the Education Partnership and Resources Division within the DoDEA, Kathy Facon joins us to provide an overview of impact aid and encourage eligible Local Education Agencies to apply for a portion of $20M in funding available to schools through the DoD Impact Aid for Children with Severe Disabilities (CWSD) program. This podcast has been made possible thanks to the generous support from the Edwards Spouses’ Club. https://www.edwardsspouses.com/ Show Notes: Learn more about the DoD

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26:42

Building Trusting Relationships with LGBTQ+ Students

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/06/18

SFC Kristina Manookin Equal Opportunity Advisor currently serving at Fort Sill, OK shares how families and educators can build trusting relationships with LGBTQ+ students as they transition into and out of schools and communities. This podcast has been made possible thanks to the Fort Riley Spouses’ Club https://www.fortrileyspousesclub.org/. Show Notes: Transgender Law Center https://transgenderlawcenter.org/ National Equality Map “This map shows the overall policy tallies (as distinct from sexual

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37:06

Parenting, Supporting and Becoming an LGBTQ Ally

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/06/10

MCEC is an original cosponsor of the Armed Forces Transgender Dependent Act and aims to support ALL military-connected children. In this three-part podcast series, Brooke walks us through their family's approach to parenting, supporting and becoming an LGBTQ ally in a military community. We discuss specific challenges related to the military lifestyle, parental concern, building a trusting and safe family environment, and the unique advantages of being an LGBTQ military child during times of

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33:06

LGBTQ+ Youth Allies

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/06/04

In this episode, MCEC MSC Sue Lopez talks with Sadie a college student who has been brought up in a military family about practical ways that military-connected parents, extended families, teachers, school counselors and peers can become effective allies for the LGBTQ+ loved-ones in their lives. This podcast has been brought to you thanks to the Air Force Officers’ Spouses’ Club of Washington, DC. Gay Straight Alliance https://gsanetwork.org/ Gay Straight Alliance supports LGBTQ+ youth organizers

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25:57

The Wilson’s Family Adventure

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/05/27

PCS season is upon us! Military kids and authors of The Wilson’s Family Adventure, Drayton and Lauryn, share their perspective about moving and how writing a book in their own voice not only helped them but could help other military kids not feel alone when experiencing continuous transitions. Their newly retired dual-military parents, Darrell and Youlanda, also share about building a “framily” at each new duty station, making kids “part of the process” and other positive strategies that families

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10:31

SchoolQuest: College Selection/Moving

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/05/20

SchoolQuest has tools that gave milkid Haven the ability to plan ahead with the college selection process and her mom Tara with being proactive at solving problems and keeping paperwork organized for three kids amidst a move. Sneek Peek at the SchoolQuest tool: Researching and Choosing a College (militarychild.org) This podcast has been made possible thanks to the USAA Foundation.

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26:53

Braelyn Aubrey Foundation

MCEC Podcast ·

2021/05/13

Founder of the Braelyn Aubrey Foundation, Don Culp, opens up about the struggles of being a parent of a child with special needs and how the supports provided through the EFMP and Tricare made a positive impact in the life of his daughter and family. "When we are focused on the process it's easy to forget the most valuable resource, time." This podcast has been made possible thanks to Hickam Officers’ Spouses’ Club. https://thebraelynaubreyfoundation.org/ Advocating for children with

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