Maxwell opens K-8 base school to military families living off base
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Maxwell opens K-8 base school to military families living off base
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By Lt. Col. Christina Karvwnaris, Air University Academic Outreach Office / Published March 17, 2021
MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala.
Soon it will be easier for military parents assigned to Maxwell-Gunter AFB to identify schools that support their children’s needs before ever setting foot on base through the new Purple Star School Program. Last month, Alabama was the 13th state to pass legislation establishing a Purple Star Schools Program and Committee. According to the resolution, the program will recognize public K-12 schools that are especially committed to the successful transition and support of military students and their families.
“The Purple Star Schools Program shows Alabama’s continued support to military communities across the state,” said Lt. Gen. James Hecker, Air University commander and president. “We are thankful to the Military Stability Commission, who championed this K-12 recognition program to help military parents find supportiv