Resources for Military Families

 

Supporting Ohio's Military Families

Since Sept. 11, 2001, more than 18,000 Ohio National Guard members have been deployed to serve in the global war on terrorism. Altogether, more than 60,000 Ohioans have actively served their nation away from home. Approximately 34,000 students in Ohio are members of military families. Frequent moves and family separations through deployments, as well as reintegration issues make life especially challenging. Ohio offers a number of programs to assist military families. 

Military Family Point of Contact Information:
Name: Evan Elliott
Email Address: elliottevan@greenlocalschools.org
Position: Principal

Month of the Military Child

In 1986, the Secretary of Defense designated each April as “The Month of the Military Child” and all branches of services provide special days and events to honor their children. This commemoration recognizes the contributions that military children make as their parents, guardians and families serve our nation. Because of their resilience and ability to deal with life-changing events, military children are an inspiration and a source of pride for our nation.

 

Ohio Military Kids Events

Ohio Military Kids provides positive development experiences for youth whose parents are deployed in military service, as well as opportunities for military-connected youth to connect, learn, and have fun. Below is a list of events for this fall and winter:

• September 12-14: Youth and Teen Resilience Weekend #1 at Kelleys Island
• September 26-28: Youth and Teen Resilience Weekend #2 in Central Ohio
• October 17-19: Youth and Teen Resilience Weekend #3 in Central Ohio
• December 13: Winter Wonderland in Central Ohio

Check the OMK website for more information and event registration. Contact omk@osu.edu with any questions.