Military Child Education is a priority for the Department of Defense, directly impacting Retention, Readiness, Recruiting, and Lethality. Quality education influences military families' decisions to continue service, affecting force strength.
Role of School Liaison Program (SLP):
School Liaison Program Managers (SLPMs) bridge military installations, local schools, and communities, ensuring smooth transitions and advocacy for military-connected students. They support Active Duty, DoD Civilians, Retirees, Guard, Reserve, and eligible family members.
Key Services:
- Transition Support: Assistance with school moves, credit transfers, and MIC3 rights.
- Deployment Support: Connecting families to resources for continuity in education.
- School Navigation: Guidance on local schools, enrollment, policies, and special education.
- Homeschool & Special Education Support: Helping families access resources and advocate for children’s needs.
- College & Career Readiness: Support for scholarships, post-secondary education, and career planning.
- Community Partnerships & Advocacy: Strengthening support networks, influencing policies, and providing professional development.
The School Liaison Program Manager for JBA & Prince George’s County is Mrs. Matrice Brooks.
Office: Commons Building (1442 Concord Avenue)
Email: 316FSS.FSY.SLO@us.af.mil
Office: (301) 981-9211 | Cell: (202) 716-0481
Depy. of Defense | School Liaison Program - Outreach Advocacy Partnership
About Us
Dept. of Defense School Liaisons (SLs) are the central point of contact for commanders, military families, and school districts on Preschool-12th grade school matters. They advocate for military connected students at the local, state and national level.
Our Mission
Empower PreK–12 students, parents, educators, and communities through comprehensive services and strong partnerships between civilian and military sectors.
Who We Serve
- Active Duty, Guard & Reserve & Retirees
- DOD Civilians and Contractors
- Recruiters & JROTC Instructors, Geographically Separated Units (GSU)
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), US Public Health Service (USPHS)
- Foreign national personnel and allied partners
- Educators & Community
Building Military - Connected Communities
Education Community Partnerships - Partnerships In Education
- National, State, Local and Defense State Liaison Office
- Emergency, Crisis & Contingency Operations
- Strategic School and Community Engagements
- Education Working Groups and Legislative Advocacy
Local and Homeschool School Navigation
- Public, Private, Parochial, Charter, Magnet, Host-Nation, DoDEA, NDSP and Homeschool
- Laws, Procedures and Local Education Policies
- Resources and Specialty Programs
- Sponsorships (e.g. Youth, Mentorship, Internship)
Special Education Navigation
- Resource Accessibility and Advocacy
- School District Navigation
- Federal & State Law
- Military Interstate Compact Compliance
Deployment
- Military Interstate Compact Compliance
- Educator Professional Development
- Military & Family Life Counseling Program
- Support Events
College, Career and Military Readiness
- JROTC, ROTC, Service Academies & Connection to Recruiters
- Job Shadow, Internships, Externships & Project SEARCH
- STEM, STARBASE, CyberPatriot
- Career Days, College Fairs, Community Engagement, Installation Tours
Grants and Scholarships
- Student Scholarships and Grant Opportunities
- School District Grants
- Impact Aid
- DOD Grants
Transition Support
- PCS & On Station, TDY, Remote, GSU, Recruiters, Remote & Isolated Support
- School-Based Transition Programs
- Youth Sponsorship
- Military Interstate Compact Compliance
Professional Development
- Educator Professional Development
- Education Summits, Working Groups & Councils
- Military Interstate Compact Compliance
- Parent Workshops and Events
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