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Yahoo
18-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
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. Indian River reveals new Wolves mascot and logos 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. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Craven County celebrates NC Legislators in Schools Week
NEW BERN, NC (WNCT) — As part of North Carolina Legislators in Schools Week, Senator Bob Brinson stopped by JT Barber Elementary School Friday morning, Apr. 11, 2025. He toured the school and visited classrooms to get a first-hand look at the daily experiences of educators and students, listen to their concerns and hopefully, help bring about some positive changes. He also met with the director of school nutrition to discuss budgets for in-school lunches. 'Of course, the federal budget has been in flux recently and so, I know there'll be some conversations about what our needs are to make sure that we can continue feeding children healthy lunches moving forward,' Acting Superintendent of Craven County Schools Michelle Lee said. Friday also marked 'Purple Up Day'—a day to recognize and support military-connected students. Senator Brinson even joined students in the cafeteria for a 'Purple Up' lunch. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
BDS honors families for Month of the Military Child
BAY COUNTY, Fla (WMBB) — Bay District Schools recognized several members of the communities for their efforts in military families. They celebrated Purple Up Day, giving out commemorations for local military families. 'We want to provide them the supports that they need to help them as they're coming here to attend or the Navy base to support our military and and help those families succeed and have a great time when they're here and have an incredible education experience.' Bay District superintendent Mark Mcqueen said. The board highlighted the Wheatley family and their sacrifice as husband, dad, and staff sergeant Andrew Wheatley serves overseas. He has been deployed 5 times in his career. McQueen was a military child himself and served in the army for 39 years. 'You're having to uproot and move all the time, you don't have the same house you're always in. You don't have the same friends, you don't go to the same schools, you're in different countries I mean, there's so many variables that our young military families are having to face' McQueen said. The board also recognized local military leaders from Tyndall AFB and NSA Panama City. Commander Michael Mosi said it is comforting to see Bay District welcome his own children with open arms. 'They're forming bonds that are a little deeper than they used to be when they were younger. And so coming here and seeing that that level of cohesion, a level of integration is not taken for granted but deliberately acted upon has given me great relief.' Mosi said. The district will hold another Purple Up Day on April 15th and are asking everyone in the community to wear purple to honor military families and children. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
