Our school is committed to supporting military children and their families in conjunction with the Purple Star Award designation. The Purple Star Award is a designation assigned to schools which display a special commitment to supporting military children and their families.
Visit the Common Ground for more information.
Academic Support
Personal & Social Support: School counselors can assist students coping with family transitions and accessing additional resources, such as school-based mental health services and mentoring support. Other online resources to support military children include:
U.S. Air Force Recruiter: SSgt Elijah Sunde - Email Elijah Sunde
U.S. Army Recruiter: Douglas Graham SSG (443) 480-0811 | Email Douglas Graham
Army National Guard: Callie Forbes - Email Callie Forbes
U.S. Coast Guard Recruiter: PO1 Raymond Figueroa - Email Raymond Figueroa
U.S. Marine Corps: Sgt Bryan Collins - Email Bryan Collins
U.S. Navy Recruiter: Michael Farro - Email Michael Farro
To attend a US Service Academy, a nomination from a US Senator or US Congressman is required. In our district of WV, nominations come from one of three public servants: US Senator Joe Manchin, US Senator Shelley Moore Capito, or US Congressman Alex Mooney.
Using the links below, explore their websites to learn more about the process and submit your application for a nomination!
West Virginia initiative that connects military service members with training and funding for a career as a school bus operator. For more information, contact the Office of School Facilities and Transportation at 304-558-2711.
Information for military, reservists, and guardsmen to transition from active duty to a career in the construction industry.
West Virginia Department of Veteran Affairs
The WVDVA provides services and benefits assistance to veterans across the state.
The Workforce West Virginia website provides assistance to veterans seeking jobs in the civilian workforce.
Dependents Education Assistance (DEA)
Financial assistance for school or job training for children or the spouse of a Veteran or service member who has died, is captured or missing, or has disabilities.
Fisher House Foundation Scholarship
Scholarships are available for military children to recognize the contributions of military families.
Fry Scholarship
Financial aid benefits for children and surviving spouses of members of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty after September 11, 2001.
GI Bill
Website for all education benefits provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Jayla Crane
School Counselor/Military Family Liaison
Email Jayla Crane
(304) 274-5141
