“Thank You for Your Service”
When most civilians see the camouflage uniform of the military, the words “thank you for your service” come to their mind. At many...
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Elisabeth H.
Jun 14
"If You Want to Change the World..."
On May 19, 2014, Admiral William H. McRaven gave a commencement speech at the University of Texas. In the speech, Admiral McRaven drew on...
Brynn Lee
Nov 10, 2023
Education Overseas: a History of DoDEA Schools
DoDEA schools are a common part of military life for many military kids. They are often a place where we find a community that can relate...
Bridget D.
Jul 5, 2023
Shades of Green at Walt Disney World and Its History
Did you know that there’s an entire resort on Walt Disney World property exclusively for military personnel? Well if you didn’t, now you...
Paige McCormack
Apr 28, 2023
April: Month of the Military Child! But Why?
As April transitions into hues of purple, it is time to rally behind our military youth. This year's Month of the Military Child theme...
Lorelei H.
Mar 20, 2023
The Strongest Military Women In History
It's March, which means it's none other than International Women’s History Month. And to celebrate the militant women of our history, I...
Lorelei H.
Jan 18, 2023
The Military’s Greatest Band: Creedence Clearwater Revival
You've probably heard your grandparents, or even your parents listening to Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR)… but do you know their...
Nate M.
Jan 6, 2023
The Bittersweet Reality of High School Stabilization
High school stabilization: something my family never thought we would apply for. We’ve always been the type of people who go with the...
Paige McCormack
Dec 28, 2022
Military Base Nostalgia
Being a military dependent is comprised of many things, lifestyle being one of them. One of the most asked questions I receive is “what...
Kate U.
Dec 2, 2022
The Truth About Veterans - "Anything But Okay"
Last month, I read Anything But Okay by Sarah Darer Littman, a novel about injustice, the tangled world of politics, and staying true to...
Abby H.
Nov 14, 2022
A Recount of "Through Our Eyes: Finding Home Again"
Dozens of pictures lined the wall, labeled with short but sweet captions describing military moves through teens' perspectives. This...
El D
Oct 31, 2022
Military Brat: The Meaning Behind the Word
In the military community, it is common for the children of both veterans and active duty parents alike to be labeled as ‘military...
Loretta S.
Jan 5, 2022
Military Life is Inherently Unique: Why Don’t we Always Notice It?
When picking a subject for my college essay, I chose the Common App prompt, “Some students have a background, identity, interest, or...
Elisabeth H.
Nov 10, 2021
A Veteran
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a veteran is anyone who is "a former member of the Armed Forces" -- a veteran is merely...
Elena A.
Jul 14, 2021
We Need a Home: A Military Teen's Perspective on the Housing Crisis
For the first time in my life, I don’t know if I will have a roof over my head. My family is one of the many military families struggling...
Isaac B.
Feb 10, 2021
Cadets and Covid: Creating leaders during a pandemic
Recently there’s been a bit of a virus going around (stay safe y'all!). From students to your favorite barista, no one’s life is the...
Catherine M.
Feb 3, 2021
We Must Fight.
“You and I know and do not believe that life is so dear and peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery. If...
Catherine M.
Nov 11, 2020
Taking Over the "Family Business"
Any military kid that has attended a DoDEA high school and a public high school can attest that it almost feels like there are more...
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