PRINCETON MILITARY CONNECTED CHILDREN CONFERENCE

C O L O N E L R E B E C C A I . P O R T E R , P H D

M I L I T A R Y C H I L D E D U C A T I O N C O A L I T I O N ( M C E C ) S C I E N C E A D V I S O R Y B O A R D

AGENDA

Introduction to the Issues Perspectives on Education Perspectives on Policies The Way Ahead

INTRODUCTION TO THE ISSUES

Who are military-connected children? What is the experience of a military-connected

child? What are the needs of a military-connected child?

WHO ARE MILITARY-CONNECTED CHILDREN?

Definitions Demographics and Incidence

WHAT IS THE EXPERIENCE OF A MILITARY-CONNECTED CHILD?

Academic Social Emotional

WHAT ARE THE NEEDS OF MILITARY CHILDREN?

Identify them Recognize their strengths Level the playing field Develop and encourage Communities of Care

PANEL DISCUSSIONS

THE WAY AHEAD

Education Policies Communities of Care Call to Action/Commitment to Act