Scott AFB School Liaison Program

12/05/2025

MCEC is offering a number of webinars you can join next week. However, did you know that you can view the entire month's topics on our website? Be sure to register in advance for any webinars in December. If you happen to miss one, you can still register and watch the on-demand recording before the month ends.

You will notice a change to the registration process as they work towards a new registration platform. Register through the link below the webinar listing, or view their full schedule and follow the link on their website: https://militarychild.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=61f9f7f30f3ae525ca9b494f0&id=b2194b7512&e=71f085543b

Higher Education Options

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9 | NOON (EST)
As teens prepare for life after high school, they face many important choices. Parents and caring adults play a key role in helping them navigate this exciting time. Join us to explore the range of postsecondary options available and learn ways to support your military-connected student’s next steps.
This program is sponsored by Navy Child & Youth Programs

Special Needs: IEP vs 504 Plans
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10 | NOON (EST)
Every child’s learning journey is unique, and understanding the types of support available can make a big difference. Join us to learn the key differences between an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and a Section 504 Plan, and how each can help meet your child’s educational needs.
https://militarychild.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=61f9f7f30f3ae525ca9b494f0&id=1e194bea29&e=71f085543b
This program is sponsored by the Air Force School Liaison Program

Please use this link and select the webinar you wish to attend to start the registration process. REGISTER NOW :
https://militarychild.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=61f9f7f30f3ae525ca9b494f0&id=1e194bea29&e=71f085543b

The Value of Togetherness
Baileigh Levée is a military spouse, mom, and personal blogger. She discusses how her military family has navigated holiday celebrations and traditions over the years, while living all over the world. She shares tips and resources for creating new holiday traditions and making it fun for the whole family.
LISTEN NOW https://militarychild.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=61f9f7f30f3ae525ca9b494f0&id=283c4d7482&e=71f085543b

08/18/2025

Choosing the Best High Education Institution for You

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
4:00 P.M. ET | 1:00 P.M. PT

Register at: https://pardot.princetonreview.com/e/35142/8966-WN-Ie3ctAzSRU2J8-DYnztWgw/wfg4xy/1119755683/h/NesEYVbYB88UMD_rLFt3nWuvnfAL7NKyzMFvWBrpbP0

Applying for college is an exciting time! But it can also be daunting! As of 2020, there were nearly 4,000 higher ed institutions in the US alone. That's a lot of options to wade through! How do you possibly narrow it down to the best choice(s) for you to apply to? In this webinar, you'll learn:

- How to research current higher ed institutions

- What to consider when you're looking for a school

- How to narrow your application choices

Come see how you can choose just the right school so you can target your time spent filling out applications!

This session is led by Tutor.com's Training and Development Team. We'll be holding a Q&A session after the presentation, so stick around at the end!

Can't attend live? Register and you'll receive the final recorded webinar via email.

Presenters: Sarah Snyder, Stephanie Close, Maéva Kadjo Applying for college is an exciting time! But it can also be daunting! As of 2020, there were nearly 4,000 higher-ed institutions in the US alone. That's a lot of options to wade through! How do you possibly narrow it down to the best choice(s)...

08/18/2025

08/07/2025

The Military Child Education Coalition is offering many webinars and podcasts to help you and your children as school resumes and throughout the school year. You can view their entire lineup on their website (https://www.militarychild.org). Be sure to register in advance for any webinars. If you happen to miss one, you can still register and watch the on-demand recording before the month ends. After that, they upload the recordings to their YouTube channel!

View the full August webinar schedule at https://militarychild.org/event/parent-webinars/

Back to School Basics

TUESDAY, AUGUST 12 | NOON (EST)
It’s that time of year again! Time to gear up for a successful school year! Join us as we explore practical strategies for establishing effective routines and getting organized. Designed with military-connected families in mind, this session will help ensure your children have everything they need to thrive academically and emotionally this school year.
This program is sponsored by the Navy Child and Youth Programs
REGISTER NOW at https://militarychild.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/militarychild/event.jsp?event=3323

AI in Education

NEW PODCAST
Artificial intelligence is quickly transforming the educational landscape. AI offers immersive learning experiences, opportunities for enhanced engagement, and increased accessibility for students in the classroom. Listen as Dr. Ann Lê discusses how AI is changing education and how school systems can learn to embrace this technology.
LISTEN NOW at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ai-in-education/id1386801038?i=1000720716991

For more information or more webinar topics explore their comprehensive resource library
in SchoolQuest (http://schoolquest.militarychild.org/) or visit MilitaryChild.org/webinars

Podcast Episode · MCEC Podcast · 08/05/2025 · 40m

08/05/2025

With so many higher ed institutions out there, which ones should students choose?

Are you a military connected student or guardian looking for expert guidance on how to identify colleges that align with student needs and preferences? If so, please register for this "Choosing the Best School for You" webinar on Tuesday, August 19 at 4:00 P.M. ET.

Choosing the Best School for You

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
4:00 P.M. ET | 1:00 P.M. PT

Register at: https://pardot.princetonreview.com/e/35142/8930-WN-Ie3ctAzSRU2J8-DYnztWgw/wfbqkc/1114550158/h/VHCh5JUegmqgP3hA63XbN79VHSgxvgWJhO9HBc9EDqY

Applying for college is an exciting time! But it can also be daunting! As of 2020, there were nearly 4,000 higher ed institutions in the US alone. That's a lot of options to wade through! How do you possibly narrow it down to the best choice(s) for you to apply to? In this webinar, you'll learn:

- How to research current higher ed institutions

- What to consider when you're looking for a school

- How to narrow your application choices

Come see how you can choose just the right school so you can target your time spent filling out applications!

This session is led by Tutor.com's Training and Development Team. We'll be holding a Q&A session after the presentation, so stick around at the end!

Can't attend live? Register and you'll receive the final recorded webinar via email.

Presenters: Sarah Snyder, Stephanie Close, Maéva Kadjo Applying for college is an exciting time! But it can also be daunting! As of 2020, there were nearly 4,000 higher-ed institutions in the US alone. That's a lot of options to wade through! How do you possibly narrow it down to the best choice(s)...

07/22/2025

Midge Corsi Memorial Scholarship
The Midge Corsi Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of Midge
Corsi who passed away on October 1, 2023. Mrs. Corsi was a former teacher at Holy
Childhood Catholic School and we’re very blessed to have had her as part of the HCS
Family.
In memory of Mrs. Corsi, her husband Jim Corsi decided to introduce a scholarship in
her honor. This is a 0ne-time scholarship and will be in the amount of a single-child’s
tuition for one school year at HCS. For the 2025-2026 school year, the amount of the
scholarship will be $5,462.
To be considered for the Scholarship, applicants must have a student enrolled or plan
to enroll at HCS and be the son/daughter of an active member of our United States
Military. Scholarship recipients are expected to use their resources wisely, and uphold a
high standard of conduct. Students will be notified by email of any scholarship award
or denial on or before August 1, 2025.
*You must apply through our student information system, known as FACTS. The link
to apply through FACTS:
https://online.factsmgt.com/grant-aid/inst/42MTH/landing-page
Please note that, if you are an existing family at HCS, you cannot use your current
FACTs account, but rather create a new account. Also, please put in the notes on the
application “Corsi Scholarship” Thank you.
Deadline for filing is July 30, 2025.
Questions? Call the HCS Office at 618-566-2922.
Sincerely,
Tim Keefe, Principal
215 North John Street | Mascoutah, IL 62258 | 618.566.2922 | 618.566.2720 | holychildhoodschool.com

Click Here to Schedule a Tour of Holy Childhood School! Application/Enrollment for 2025-2026 is Here! New Families Click Here! 2025-2026 Supply List Registration and Tuition Rates (K thru 8) Scholarship Information (K thru 8) Registration, Tuition and Scholarship (Preschool & Pre-K) Welcome to Holy....

04/24/2025

U.S. Air Force Col. John Poole, 375th Air Mobility Wing commander, answers questions about the struggles and triumphs of military children during an interview on Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, April 14, 2025. April is recognized as the Month of the Military Child and is used to celebrate the contri...

07/23/2024

THIS IS FROM THE MILITARY CHILD EDUCATION COALTION!!! PLEASE CONSIDER ATTENDING ALL OR PART OF THE VIRTUAL GLOBAL TRAINING SUMMIT ON THE 1st OF AUGUST

IT'S FREE

MCEC’s Virtual Global Training Summit on August 1

During the summer, we take a break from our weekly Parent Webinars as we gear up for the next school year and focus on the Global Training Summit (GTS) in Washington, DC. If you’ve been missing those weekly webinars, we have an exceptional treat for you on August 1st.

Join us online to explore sessions and content to support the military children in your life. A half-day of sessions, free. Start with the Master Class and then choose an option from each Distinguished Lecture session.

EXPLORE THE AGENDA https://militarychild.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=61f9f7f30f3ae525ca9b494f0&id=cd9e5a44e0&e=71f085543b

Here’s what we have planned for you:

Master Class – with Abigail Gewirtz, Ph.D. and Amy Majerle
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm EST
Quick, Practical and Effective Tools for Communicating with Your Children (tested by military families)!
Parenting is hard work! In this session you will learn about ADAPT (Adaptive Parenting Tools), an evidence-based parenting program developed for and tested by military families. Attendees will get to see two tools in action and learn how they can easily incorporate them into their everyday parenting practices. Attendees will also receive access to ADAPTonline – our web-based self-paced course with all the tools.

Distinguished Lecture Sessions
12:15–1:15 pm EST
• Military Interstate Children's Compact 101: Addressing Key Educational Transition Issues
• Operation Smooth Transition: Maneuvering Special Education for Military Families
• Promoting Positive Childhood Experiences in Military Connected Children and Youth
• Resilient Youth for Military-Connected Children
1:30–2:30 pm EST
• A Strong Foundation is Everlasting: Creating an Evaluation Plan for Your Purple Star Schools Program
• Mental/Behavioral Health Challenges for Military Connected Children/Adolescents: Building your personal and community-based toolbox of resources
• Supporting Military Families Through Transitions and Challenges
Learn more about each of these sessions and register for the event on our website.

JOIN THE VIRTUAL SUMMIT https://militarychild.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=61f9f7f30f3ae525ca9b494f0&id=d56cae69c9&e=71f085543b

06/27/2024

Tutor.com is offering Growing Our Kids into Students webinar on Tuesday, July 9 at 4:00 P.M. EDT.

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Growing Kids into Students: Summer Tips for Parents of Early Childhood (Pre-K–3) Learners

Tuesday, July 9, 2024
4:00 P.M. ET | 1:00 P.M. PT

Register at: https://pardot.princetonreview.com/e/35142/1946-WN-7YT0R7BFRHOJvtOnJUvn-Q/wcz5nd/924334751/h/o8mdry8G8KJVRLsULrB6MoKAecVXMvq4KjiVAqmyyc8

Young kids home for the summer? Juggling work with parenting a preschooler? Join us for a free webinar in which we'll share practical strategies for nurturing your child's development in the busy summer months.

This session is led by Tutor.com's Training and Development Team. We'll be holding a Q&A session after the presentation, so stick around at the end!

Can't attend live? Register and you'll receive the final recorded webinar via email.

Our team can't wait to share tips for keeping youngsters entertained and learning throughout the summer months!

Young kids home for the summer? Juggling work with parenting a preschooler? Join us for a free webinar where we'll share practical strategies to maintain your sanity while nurturing your child's development, whether it's for the entire summer or just those occasional days without childcare. This ses...

04/29/2024

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