Organizations
Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) oversees preschool through twelfth grade education programs for military-connected students, including DoDEA schools worldwide. DoDEA.edu
Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MIC3) is the governing body for the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children. The compact addresses key education issues faced by military-connected students during interstate transfers between public schools. MIC3 assists with compliance and understanding of the compact. MIC3.net
Military and Family Life Counseling Program provides professional counseling services for military families. MilitaryOneSource.mil
Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) supports quality educational opportunities for military children. MilitaryChild.org
National Military Family Association’s Operation Purple Program includes summer camps for military kids, and outdoor experiences for military families affected by deployment or injury. MilitaryFamily.org
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) offers care to anyone grieving the loss of a military loved one. TAPS Good Grief Camps provide safe spaces for military children to explore grief and embrace healing. TAPS.org
24/7 National Military Survivor Helpline 800-959-TAPS (8277).
