18-04-2025
Indian River District marks Month of the Military Child
PHILADELPHIA, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Indian River Central School District is marking the Month of the Military Child.
The district held three separate events at its different schools to commemorate the occasion. IRCSD recognized 'Purple Up Day,' which is an annual event celebrated in the middle of the month to honor and support military children and their families.
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More than 70 soldiers from Fort Drum lined the sidewalk outside Calcium Primary School to welcome students as they got off the bus on Tuesday, April 15. Calcium students received purple leis in honor of Purple Up Day. Service members and their families enjoyed a special moment together before the children went into school for the day. Afterward, the service members went inside for a light breakfast and encouraging words from IRCSD Superintendent Troy Decker.
You've got our backs wherever you happen to be, domestically or across the globe in some fashion. While you're doing that, we've got your back right here with your kids.
Indian River Central School District Superintendent Troy Decker
Theresa Primary School invited service members with children attending the school for a lunchtime Purple Up event on Tuesday that included coloring and activities, purple cookies, and a short video of students describing why they love being a military kid. Theresa Principal Brenda Leddy led the event with a thanks to families and celebration of their military families.
Antwerp Primary School held a special surprise for its students on Thursday, April 17. A Blackhawk helicopter flew past classroom windows and landed in the playground field. Piloted by the father of Antwerp second-grader Ian, the helicopter was open for students to climb inside, and the crew answered questions about the aircraft, their missions, and the best parts of being an Army aviator.
Month of the Military Child events at IRCSD have provided many meaningful moments of gratitude and celebration for military students, their families, and everyone in the community. The recognition highlighted the district's appreciation for military families and the unique role their children play in the community.
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