Can someone help me understand if there's a summer school program available specifically for high schoolers who are military dependents? I fall into that category and thought it'd be pretty beneficial if there was.
Indeed, there are summer programs specifically designed for military dependents. One such program is the Military Child Education Coalition's Student 2 Student (S2S) program, which often holds summer camps and activities. Similarly, the National Military Family Association's Operation Purple offers a summer camp experience for military kids to connect with each other, and it is free of cost for selected applicants!
However, if you're academically inclined and looking for programs that also offers college credits, consider the Service Academy Career Conference (SACC). SACC collaborates with military-friendly colleges to provide pre-college summer programs that expose students to a real-world college environment while earning college credits.
Keep an eye on the programs offered by your local base as well, as many bases offer their own summer programs, camps, and internships for dependents.
Remember to look at what each program offers, and choose ones that align with your interests and future goals. Whether it's to prepare academically for college, learn new skills, or meet other military kids, there's a program out there for you!
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