MCEC Podcast

This episode with answer common questions about the Future of the SAT with Bruce Shahbaz and Priscilla Rodriguez from the College Board.  To register for the FREE MCEC Parent to Parent webinar on this topic: The Future of the SAT http://militarychild.adobeconnect.com/webrec1820b/event/registration.html http://www.satpractice.org http://www.collegeboard.org

Two friends talk through a spouse’s journey to discovery about a Service Member’s Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This podcast has been made possible because of generous support from HEB.

Listen in to a question and answer session where Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg shares powerful resources to help our kids build resilience in these uncertain times.    To participate in the FREE MCEC Parent to Parent webinar and download register here: Building Resilience in These Uncertain Times with Dr. Ken Ginsburg Building Resilience in These Uncertain Times Webinar description: Protecting children inc...

Families looking for a residential treatment program for their military children might feel hopeless, overwhelmed, confused and consumed with questions.  Rob McCartney, CEO of The Barry Robinson Center, shares questions parents can ask when considering treatment centers and what they can look for when considering different treatment options.  

Cara Candal serves as Director of Educational Opportunity for ExcelinEd focusing on private school choice. In today’s episode she talks about what school choice is, the options it provides, and how to navigate different programs to find the right school for each military student. https://www.excelined.org/

MCEC Master Parent Educator Louise Webb and Claire Wood military spouse, homeschooling mom, writer, and podcaster talk about the beauty of homeschooling along with providing some tips on transitioning from one school setting to another successfully.  Claire calls home anywhere the Army sends her. Claire loves reading, writing, getting outdoors, and hosting friends in her home. Her book Mission Rea...

Second grade teacher, Laneesa McDaniel shares her experiences as an educator during the unique school circumstances during the COVID-19 pandemic.

MCEC Student 2 Student™ has helped to transform Kendell’s life, helping him to get on the right track, build his leadership skills and open the door  to opportunities he has never had before.  https://www.militarychild.org/audience/students This podcast has been brought to you thanks to the generous support from HEB.

Military parent Tina talks about how boarding school became a reality for her daughter.  She answers questions about the selection process, finances and the benefits and drawbacks of having a child away from home during high school.   The search tool Tina mentions in this podcast is NICHE. You can find out more here: https://www.niche.com/   Thank you West Point Spouses Club for providing generous...

In partnership with local education agencies, MCEC Military Student Transition Consultant™ Programs support transition, academic and social/emotional needs of mobile students and families while also providing resources and support to school and community members.  Melissa talked about our MCEC Student Programs. Learn more at  https://www.militarychild.org/audience/students Tim reffered to MIC3 in...

Have you ever been curious about what it's like to attend a boarding school? Military kid Avalon, and her mom Tina, share their impressions of this unique learning environment. Join us back next week to hear more from the interview with Tina who will share more experiences from a parent's perspective.   This podcast was sponsored by HEB.

MCEC® Professional Development provides training and education to enhance the current capabilities, competency, and effectiveness of professionals who serve and support military-connected children and youth.  https://www.militarychild.org/professional-development  

Military kid, Cooper, has a passion for volunteering and giving back to the community. In this podcast, he talks about his experiences as both a missionary kid and a military kid.   This podcast was sponsored by HEB.

MCEC Student 2 Student™ provides support to military-connected and civilian students through student-led, peer-to-peer mentoring programs at the K-12 levels to help ease transitions and create a positive environment for any new student in a school setting. https://www.militarychild.org/programs/student-2-student

Confronted with catching up in school, while transitioning to a new life in Germany, military kid Emilee recounts how living in a different culture shaped her worldview. She also shares how MCEC Student 2 Student™ inspired her to reach out to new students. https://www.militarychild.org/audience/students  This podcast was sponsored by HEB.

The Parent to Parent™ program focuses on crucial stages of development from birth through young adulthood and empowers parents of military-connected children to advocate for their child on all fronts, educational and social/emotional.   https://www.militarychild.org/audience/parents

Extraordinary Military Kid Sarah Kate and her Mom MCEC Parent to Parent™ Educator Emily talk about a medical diagnosis that significantly changed their lives. Military Child Education Coalition Parent Programs  https://www.militarychild.org/audience/parents Improve Care Now https://www.improvecarenow.org/ Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/   This podcast was made...

Military Child Education Coalition response to COVID-19 We know this is an especially difficult time for our military families and children. Although resiliency and inner strength are qualities we admire in military families, during these uncertain times, MCEC is here with additional support.  Taking what we’ve learned from over 20 years of helping military kids and their families successfully man...

Extraordinary Military Kid Jordan talks to MCEC Military Student Transition Consultant Tina Barber about how COVID-19 has impacted her last semester of her senior year.  Military Child Education Coalition response to COVID-19 We know this is an especially difficult time for our military families and children. Although resiliency and inner strength are qualities we admire in military families, duri...

Dr. Archana Basu, Clinical psychologist in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Division at MassGeneral Hospital for Children, shares how parents can talk to their children about Coronavirus (COVID-19). Military Child Education Coalition response to COVID-19 We know this is an especially difficult time for our military families and children. Although resiliency and inner strength are qualities we a...

Join us as we chat with Madeleine about her experience taking a gap year before college. She shares how taking the path less traveled helped her to be a better student and to discover who she really was as a person. "Gut feelings are guardian angels".  MCEC Parent to Parent webinar recording: 1120 - Taking a Gap Year before College  http://militarychild.adobeconnect.com/webrec1120/event/registrati...

MCEC Parent to Parent Master Educator and podcast host Susan and homeschooling mom Amanda Harris continue their conversation, offering some advice to new families considering this school option.   MCEC Parent to Parent Webinars mentioned in this podcast: Homeschooling and the Military Family Recording  http://militarychild.adobeconnect.com/webrec0920a/event/registration.html and Homeschool Laws Jo...

https://www.militarychild.org/webinars Please join us for a candid conversation with military spouse, Amanda Harris, about the obstacles and rewards of homeschooling. MCEC Parent to Parent Webinars mentioned in this podcast: Homeschooling and the Military Family Recording  http://militarychild.adobeconnect.com/webrec0920a/event/registration.html and Homeschool Laws Join us Live March 25th 12 EST C...

Meet Military Child Education Coalition, President and CEO, Dr. Rebecca Porter as she talks about her vision for the future and all that is new at MCEC.    www.militarychild.org The MCEC Military Kids NOW Education Survey is open Feb 17-April 17. You can find it linked on the MCEC website or at https://bit.ly/mceceducationsurvey . How you can help: Take the survey Spread the word – email the link...

The President and CEO of MCEC, Dr. Rebecca Porter, and Helen Mowers, Instructional Systems Design Manager, talk about Military Kids NOW, a recently launched education survey designed to understand the modern military student, their parents, and various support networks.   The MCEC Military Kids NOW Education Survey is open Feb 17-April 17. You can find it linked on the MCEC website or at https://b...