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Conversations about the challenges military-connected kids face as they navigate multiple education systems from birth through high school.
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Monday Sep 05, 2022
Monday Sep 05, 2022
Description: Mil-kid, Austin, shares how explaining Autism to others helps him to fit in with other students.
This podcast has been made possible thanks to the generous support of the Luke Spouses’ Club.
https://www.lukespousesclub.org/
Bio:
Austin is an active-duty Army military child of 13 years. He started the seventh grade this year, which is the fifth school he has attended so far. His family is currently stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma where he lives with his parents and younger sister. Austin enjoys playing the piano, running track, and entering academic competitions. As a student who has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, he has developed a passion for self-advocacy and helping other students find their voice to have a seat at their own table with the adults who support them.
Monday Aug 29, 2022
Monday Aug 29, 2022
Description: Life can be hard no matter the age. Kimberly McCarthy and Terri Rudy from Clearinghouse for Military Families at Penn State, discuss life scenarios that parents may encounter with their elementary students as well as provide strategies to help children to flourish and grow.
This podcast was made possible thanks to the generous support from the Naval Officers’ Spouses’ Club of San Diego
Show Notes:
Thrive Initiative
https://thrive.psu.edu/about/what-is-thrive/
MCEC Webinar:
Bio:
Kimberly J. McCarthy Research Project Manager
Kimberly J. McCarthy is a Research Project Manager at the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State. In this role, she has advanced education, outreach, and evaluation efforts related to parenting, veteran well-being, and programming for children, youth, and families. As a member of the Thrive Initiative team, Kimberly serves as a master trainer and curriculum writer. Kimberly graduated with a bachelor’s degree with high distinction in Health Policy and Administration and Human Development and Family Studies from the Pennsylvania State University. She has also been certified as a health education specialist, a coach, and as a trainer for a variety of evidence-based youth development, parenting, and community mobilization programs. In addition, Kimberly is a Leadership Center County graduate. In previous roles, Kimberly coordinated coaching, technical assistance, and education efforts for federal and state initiatives aimed at the following: improving outcomes for low-resource populations, increasing the utilization of evidence-based strategies for positive youth development, and promoting medical and dental access for underserved populations. Kimberly has also contributed to large-scale evaluation efforts, including a randomized control trial funded by the National Institutes of Health. Her journal publications focus on topics such as veterans’ well-being during the military-to-civilian transition, coach-based technical assistance models, and obesity prevention.
Terri L. Rudy Research Project Manager
Terri L. Rudy, M.P.A., is a Research Project Manager at the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State (Clearinghouse) and serves as the Project Manager of the Resource Center for Improving Family Health Behaviors and the Thrive Initiative. In this role, she provides oversight of and contributes to the curriculum and content development, implementation and dissemination, and evaluation of universal and secondary prevention parent-education programming that focuses on child and family well-being. Through her responsibilities managing the outreach and communication efforts for Clearinghouse projects and programs, she helps to advance existing and future work funded through the Department of Defense and community partnerships that aim to promote health among military families. Terri received a Bachelor of Psychology and a Master of Public Administration from the Pennsylvania State University.
Monday Aug 15, 2022
Monday Aug 15, 2022
Description: Pinecrest High School S2S members chat about the student lead program and how its about creating connection for all students.
This podcast was made possible, thanks to the generous support from the Spouses of JBMDL Organization and the Belvoir Spouses Charitable Association.
https://www.belvoirspousesclub.org/
Show Notes:
Student to Student Program:
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Description: Nine-year-old, Quinn talks about how her love of dance kept her connected with her deployed father and created conversations about military life with her classmates.
This episode was made possible thanks to the support of the Spouses’ Club of Lewis- McChord.
https://www.spousesclublm.org/
Show Notes:
Title: Spotlighting Artistic Expression and the Military Child featuring Dr. Jill Biden and Quinn
Description: Dr. Jill Biden, First Lady of the United States, joined the 2022 MCEC Global Summit to share about raising the voices of military-connected children through artistic expression. Dr. Biden introduced the MCEC Call for the Arts artist spotlight, nine-year-old Quinn, who shared her gift of interpretive dance titled “For Our Soldier” set to the music “Soldier’s Light” by Rylee Preston. This piece was choreographed by Quinn and her mom, which brought comfort during her father’s most recent deployment and was a creative outlet for the family as they were experiencing the separation.
MCEC Youtube link: https://youtu.be/0bNEzHhIYtk
Bio:
Quinn is a vibrant nine-year-old entering 4th grade this fall. She currently lives in Northern California with her parents, younger sister, and dog Rudy. As a resilient military child, she has lived in four states, and will be starting her third 'new school' this year. She loves reading, dance, soccer, and exploring the outdoors with family and friends. During a tough deployment, Quinn and her mom sought comfort in the art of dance. They came up with the idea to choreograph a piece together that would honor Dad while he was gone. The song, "Soldier's Light" by Rylee Preston was a favorite on Quinn's Spotify Playlist. Over the next two months, Quinn and her mom found an outlet of support and release as they created this dance together. Upon Dad's homecoming, Quinn was excited to present him with the surprise gift of a dance dedicated to him. Quinn is the daughter of Major Matt LeCraw, active duty Air Force. Major LeCraw is currently a U-2 Pilot at Beale Air Force Base.
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
Description: Navigating a military move can be hectic, and there may be an added layer when special education is involved. Karen Terry from the Office of Special Needs shares some tips and resources that support military families before, during and after their move.
We'd like to thank the West Point Spouses Club for making today's podcast possible.
https://westpointspousesclub.org/
Show Notes:
EFMP and Me:
https://efmpandme.militaryonesource.mil/
Advanced EFMP registration:
https://efmpeducationdirectory.militaryonesource.mil/
MCEC's Webinar Transitions with Exceptional Needs-
Bio: Karen Terry
Karen Terry is Program analyst in the Office of Special Needs, Office of Family Readiness Policy, Military Community and Family Policy, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense (OUSD) for Personnel and Readiness.
Ms. Terry is a retired service member with 21 years in the Air Force where she served both on active duty and in the reserves. Upon retiring, Ms Terry was part of the Headquarters Air Force Airman and Family Services team where she managed programs such as Relocation, School Liaisons, and the Exceptional Family Member Program.
Before joining OUSD, Ms. Terry was employed as the Family Support Specialist for a Virginia county public school Department of Special Education. It this position, she worked extensively with parents as they learned and navigated special education on behalf of their child and with the students to increase their access to education through appropriate accommodations and/or modifications.
Ms. Terry is married with three sons. Her middle son has autism spectrum disorder and was the reason she turned her professional focus to working with people with special needs.
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
Tuesday Jul 19, 2022
Description:
Call for the Arts winner, Angelina, captures the voices of military children everywhere with her poem about love, loneliness, and loss.
Show Notes:
https://www.militarychild.org/programs/the-call-for-the-arts
This podcast was made possible thanks to the generous support from the AF Officers Spouses Club of Washington, DC
https://www.afoscdc.com/
Bio: Angelina is 17 years old and a resident of Monmouth County, New Jersey. She just graduated from High School with her CNA and CPR certification. Angelina will be attending Pace University in the fall with plans to major in nursing. She also enjoys spending quality time with family and hanging out with friends.
Show Notes:
https://www.militarychild.org/programs/the-call-for-the-arts
Bio: Angelina is 17 years old and a resident of Monmouth County, New Jersey. She just graduated from High School with her CNA and CPR certification. Angelina will be attending Pace University in the fall with plans to major in nursing. She also enjoys spending quality time with family and hanging out with friends.
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Monday Jul 18, 2022
Description: Philip, Columbus High School Art Club member, explains how their art installation celebrates the military child.
Show Notes:
https://www.militarychild.org/programs/the-call-for-the-arts
https://www.instagram.com/pwpaints/?hl=en
This podcast was made possible thanks to the generous support of the AF Officers Spouses Club of Washington, D.C.
Bio:
Phillip Walker is 19 years old and a resident of Columbus Georgia. He currently attends the art school Rhode Island School of Design where he majors in painting. Phillip is the co-chair of communications for Brown/RISD Branch Christian Fellowship and enjoys making funny videos and drinking boba tea.
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Monday Jul 11, 2022
Description: When a military family member needs extra support, it can mean big adjustments for everyone in the family. Rosita and her friend, Rocío, discuss how to embrace this unique situation with a sense of family togetherness.
This program is powered in part by Wounded Warrior Project® to honor and empower post-9/11 injured service members, veterans, and their families.
https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/
Show notes:
https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/
Sunny Days song
Sesame Street for Military Families: Long -Term Caregiving
https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org/topic/injuries-long-term-caregiving/?ytid=XZYUY9mFCTM
Bio: Rosita
Rosita is an optimistic and playful 5-year-old whose full name, Rosita la Monstrua de las Cuevas, means “The Monster of the Caves.” Hailing from Mexico, she speaks both Spanish and English, often mixing words from both languages when she talks. She is a sensitive and caring character, and she conveys her compassion with lots of hugs. She loves singing and playing guitar, reading and writing in both English and Spanish, and finding ways to share her heritage with others. She often teaches Spanish words to friends Elmo, Abby, and Zoe.
Rocío Galarza serves as Vice President, US Social Impact, Sesame Workshop
Rocío manages the development of educational content for a wide range of multimedia projects. As an expert in early childhood educational development, Rocío works with advisors to ensure that the content of Sesame Street’s initiatives is age-appropriate, engaging, and effective.
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Monday Jul 04, 2022
Description:
Chris O provides insight on topics surrounding Third Culture Kids (TCK) and how understanding this concept can help military kids use the skills essential to navigating life successfully.
Show Notes:
http://www.chris-o.com/chriso/index.html
Transition- Building a RAFT
https://communicatingacrossboundariesblog.com/2014/06/12/transition-building-a-raft/
This podcast was made possible thanks to the generous support of the AF Officers Spouses Club of Washington, DC
Bio: Christopher O’Shaughnessy
Christopher O’Shaughnessy is a passionate and versatile speaker, comedian, and author who uses a unique blend of story-telling, humor, and provocative insight to engage a wide array of people on topics surrounding Third Culture Kids (TCKs), intercultural understanding, and increasing empathy.
Born in England as a military child to American parents, Chris has lived and worked across the globe and to date has ventured to more than 100 countries. Tales from these experiences form part of the fabric of Chris’ engaging presentations.
Chris’ book, Arrivals, Departures and the Adventures In-Between, has received high praise from students, teachers, and other experts in the TCK and international community as a resource that is both enjoyable to read at a student level, and able to instill truths, insights, and skills essential to navigating life successfully as a TCK.
Monday Jun 27, 2022
Monday Jun 27, 2022
MIC3 answers questions regarding the Military Interstate Compact and makes recommendations for families on how they can use this powerful resource.
This podcast was made possible thanks to the Air Force Officer Spouses Club of Washington, D.C.
Show Notes:
MIC3: Successful Educational Transitions Webinar
Bio:
Lindsey Dablow
Operations and Training Associate