Quantico MCCS LIFE MKTG NOV 2018 LIFE MAGAZINE | Page 6

School Liaison Program (SLP) 2034 Barnett Ave., 703-784-4729, [email protected] The School Liaison Program is a great resource for military families with children in grades K-12. This program assists military families with information and resources on Virginia K-12 education. In addition to family services, the SLP collaborates with different schools in the area to support their mission of educating both military and civilian students. SLP also works closely with the Virginia Department of Education to improve policies affecting the education and graduation rates of incoming military students. The Quantico School Liaison Program services families with students attending Quantico Base Schools, Fredericksburg City, Spotsylvania County, Stafford County, and Prince William County schools. HOWARD UNIVERSITY TOUR SPONSORED BY TGR FOUNDATION - Tue, 6 Nov Students from the Quantico Middle High School who have signed up to attend this tour will get the opportunity to visit Howard University and explore all it has to offer them as they prepare for their next steps after high school graduation. ADOPT A SCHOOL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - Fri, 9 Nov Wilderness Elementary School and Hampton Oaks Elementary School are looking for Marines who are interested in coming to their Veterans Day Program in uniform to answer questions from students about their jobs and experiences in the military. A speech is not expected, but rather a visual presentation for the students. Hampton Oaks Elementary School would like Marines to read to the students. Bring one of your favorite books or one will be provided for you. If you are interested in volunteering, sign up in Volgistics or contact the School Liaison Officer, Penny Rowley at 703-784-3458. MILITARY CHILD OF THE YEAR AWARD This award celebrates and recognizes the tremendous achievements of seven outstanding military children, one from each branch of service and one special Innovation Award. To nominate a military child who demonstrates resilience, strength of character, and the ability to thrive in the face of the challenges of military life, go to militarychildoftheyear. org. Nominations are currently being accepted until 5 December for children ages 13-18. There will be an awards gala held in April where winners will receive $10,000, a laptop computer, and are flown to the gala in Washington D.C. with a parent or guardian. Youth Sports (YS) 312 Purvis Rd., 703-784-9756/5637 [email protected] Register at the Youth Sports Office, 0900-1700, Mon-Fri PRE-SEASON BASKETBALL CAMP Registration: Now - 7 Dec Camp Dates: 10-14 Dec, 1815-2015 Ages 5-13: $60 6 YOUTH BASKETBALL SEASON Registration: NOW - 14 Dec Season Dates: 7 Jan - 16 Mar Age 4: $50 Ages 5-13: $60