Navy Region Southeast
School Liaison Directory http://www.militaryk12partners.dodea.edu/resources.cfm
Naval Construction Battalion Center
School Liaison Officer Office Phone 228-871-2117
Building 352 Cell Phone 228-224-4521
1706 Bainbridge Avenue Fax 228-871-2967
Gulfport, MS 39501 Hours 0730-1600
Mississippi Department of Education
To enroll your child in Mississippi Public Schools, you must present the following:
1. A Mississippi Compliance Form (121) Take your child’s shot record to the Harrison County Health Department (228-863-1036), a community physician, or to the CBC Branch Medical Clinic Immunizations Section (228-871-2810, then press 5) to obtain a compliance form.
2. Child’s social security card.
3. Certified copy of child’s birth certificate.
4. Two proofs of residency-acceptable proof-deed, lease agreement,
parent/guardian drivers license with Mississippi address, utility bills.
The Director of Housing has a Letter of Domicile that can act as one proof if needed.
5. If you are entering school mid-year, we recommend you provide samples of your child’s work from your most recent school. Also, report cards, progress reports, current IEP, withdrawal documentation from previous school, and standardized test scores if possible.Harrison County
Harrison School District
Biloxi School District
Gulfport School District
Long Beach School District
Pass Christian School District
Hancock County
Bay St. Louis and Waveland District
Hancock County School District
Jackson County
Gautier and Pascagoula School District
Ocean Springs School District
Jackson County School District
Moss Point School District
Stone County
Stone County School District
Pearl River County
Pearl River County District
Picayune School District
Phone: (601) 798-3230
Poplarville School District
Slidell, Louisiana
For information on ST. Tammany Schools, call the Slidell Annex at: (985) 646-4917, or click on this link http://www.stpsb.org/.
Frequently Asked Questions
6. At what age can my child start school in Mississippi?
Children must be 5 years old on or before September 1.
7. Does NCBC Gulfport have a school on base? No
8. If I live in base housing can I choose which school district my children will attend? The school districts require a student to attend the school designated for their residence; however, in March, 2013, the Governor approved House Bill 879 which reads: An act to amend section 37-15-29, Mississippi Code of 1972, to allow parents or legal guardians who are active members of the United States Armed Forces or Civilian Military Personnel and who reside on a military base to enroll their children in any school district of the parent’s or legal guardian’s choosing, subject to certain conditions; and for related purposes.
This law allows school district choice if you live on base.
9. Which school is best to attend? Each parent and child must decide which school best meets their needs. Visit prospective schools either personally or via the internet. Search for school related information on the following sites:
School Quest
Great Schools
School matters
School Digger
Military Child Education Coalition-ask Aunt Peggy
To see school, district, and state report cards follow these directions:
a. Go to www.mde.k12.ms.us (Mississippi Department of Education)
b. Under MDE Quick Links click on state, district, and school report cards
c. Choose a school to review data
10. If I know where I will live, how can I find out which school my child will attend? If you are not sure which school district you reside in, ask your realtor or contact the School Liaison Officer at 228-871-2117.
11. Do schools offer a preschool program? Only a few school districts have a pre-k program. They have qualification requirements and fees involved. Our base Child Development Center, 228-871-2323 offers a full pre-school program.
12. Can I home school in Mississippi? Yes, any parent is permitted by law to teach his or her own children in a home instruction program. The state has a minimal amount of regulation that families must follow to legally home school. By September 15, of each year, parents are required to submit a certificate of enrollment for each child age 6-17 by September 1. Call the School Attendance Officer for more information, 228-865-4708.
13. Are there support groups for home school families? Please visit these websites:
Advocates for homeschooling
Mississippi Home Education Association
Home school.com
Home School Central
www.mhea.net
www.homeschool-life.com
14. Are there private and parochial schools near NCBC? Yes, there are many religious and secular schools located in South Mississippi.
Catholic Diocese Web site
Holy Trinity Catholic School
Nativity BVM Academy
Our Lady Academy
Resurrection Middle/High School
Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School
St. Alphonsus Catholic School
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Elementary School
St. James Elementary School
St. John Elementary
St. Patrick High School
St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School
St. Stanislaus College
Christian Collegiate Academy
Temple Christian Academy
Coast Episcopal
Northwood Christian Academy
Westminister Academy
Cedar Lake Christian Academy
15. Is there a checklist for transitioning my special needs student? Yes. You need to bring your students current IEP, copies of all comprehensive assessment-eligibility reports, student work/report card along with the documents mentioned under public school information. Each state may have different assessments and terminology. You need to contact the LSC (Local Survey Chairperson) at your child’s new school.
Special Education Directors Office by District
Bay St Louis/Waveland District www.bwsd.org/pages/BayStLouisWavelandschool/district/departments/SpecialServices
Biloxi School District www.biloxischools.net/District/SPED/SpecialServices.asp
Gulfport School District www.gulfportschool.org/GSDDepartments/GSDSPED
Hancock County School District www.hancock.k12.ms.us
Harrison County School District www.harrison.k12.ms.us/home/SpecialEducation
Jackson County School District www.jcsd.k12.ms.us/sped.htm
Long Beach School District www.lbsdk12.com/domain/110
Ocean Springs School District www.ossdms.org/StudentServices.html
Pascagoula School District www.psd.schooldesk.net/Departments/SpecialEducation
Pass Christian School District www.passchristiansd.schoolsites.com/DivisionID
16. Does NCBC have an Exceptional Family Member Program Liaison? Yes, the Exceptional Family Member Program, EFMP, was originally established to comply with the Individuals with Disabilities Act in DODD Schools. It is used to coordinate PCS assignments to ensure the availability of services required to meet the family’s special needs. Enrollment is mandatory for family member(s) experiencing physical, emotional, or intellectual disability or long term special education needs.
For more information on the EFMP or information on local resources, please contact the EFMP Liaison at 228-871-3000. Office is located at Fleet and Family Service Center on Morell Avenue.
17. Does NCBC participate in a Partnership in Education Program with schools? Yes, currently 4 Battalions, the medical clinic, and NCTC have partnered with 6 schools from 3 school districts. They assist/support the schools through programs involving mentoring, tutoring, proctoring, field day events, career days, special events, and other activities. Gulfport and Long Beach High Schools have partnered with Naval Construction Training Center allowing students to enroll in the carpentry and sheet metal (welding) school on base. Naval Oceanographic has also partnered with the Hancock County School District.
The NCBC-Child Youth Program-Children and Youth have partnered with the Mississippi 4-H to form military clubs which provide youth with a positive outlet for emotional and mental stressors associated with the unique lifestyle of military families. 4-H club members increased their awareness in the area of science, through project work focusing on healthy living, the environment, wildlife, gardening, and robotics. The Youth Center is also affiliated with the Boys and Girls Club to help build character and leadership using adult mentors and role models.
18. Does the Youth Center have a sponsorship program? The Youth Sponsorship Program is offered through the Navy Child and Youth Programs. It is comprised of three elements:
a. Youth Sponsors: Helps with the relocation of youth so that they can become familiar with their new home in Mississippi. Sponsors are matched to youth according to their gender, age, and interest. The sponsor escorts the youth around the base, school area, and to the Youth and Teen Centers and events. Newcomers can find a matching sponsor by filling out a Youth Sponsorship form.
b. Youth Sponsorship Club: Located in the Youth and Teens Centers and focus on relocation support and the transitions that military-connected youth and teens often encounter, while offering programs specifically tailored to the needs and interests participants.
c. Student 2 Student and Junior Student 2 Student Clubs: A school based program designed to aid youth who are changing schools due to their parent’s military mission requirements. The S2S and JS2S programs are school managed and student led. These programs were initially trained be the Military Child Education Coalition.
Currently, Ocean Springs and Biloxi High Schools have S2S and Ocean Springs Middle School has JS2S.
19. What are Military Family Life Consultants (MFLC’s)? These are Masters or Doctorate-level state licensed counselor’s specializing in child and youth behavioral issues. MFLC’s provide a wide range of support to military children and youth, family members, and school staff. They can assist with school adjustment, deployment, separation, reunion, fear, grief, loss, etc. They can also provide school populations with presentations on bullying, conflict resolution, anger management and many more. Currently, we have 7 MFLC’s working at 21 schools in 6 school districts.
20. Is Mississippi an Interstate Compact state? Yes, the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children was signed by the Governor of Mississippi in 2009. To date, 46 states have signed the compact to help military students as they transition from school to school. For more information go to www.mic3.net.
21. Other support programs:
SOAR: Student Online Academic Resources is a program for military families and the school districts that serve them. It aims to address the unique challenges facing military children in our nation’s public schools, while benefiting the overall student population. SOAR Home is an internet based application, which is easily accessible worldwide.
www.tutor.com is a program funded by DOD which offers homework help, online tutoring, college support, and is accessible 24/7. It is available for all active duty, national guard, and reserve families. Web Sites for school related information:
Military Student
Military Child Education Coalition
Military Impacted Schools Association
Department of Defense Education Activity
Department of Education
National Association of Education of Young Children
National Association of Partners in Education
National Center for Education Statistics
National Military Family Association
Military Teen/Military Kids on the Move
Military One Source
Scholarship Web sites:
Scholarships for Military Children
The Fisher House
U.S. Department of Education
Federal Student Aid
DANTES, the Educational Support for the DoD World
Scholarships.com
Fast Web
College Board
Sallie Mae, Student Loans
Ten Tips on how to help your child succeed in school:
1. Let your child know education is important-it is the foundation for his or her future.
2. Show your child that you are interested in what he or she is learning.
3. Know what your child is expected to learn at each grade level.
4. Make sure your child is making progress every year.
5. Give your child some “face Time.” Be free with praise.
6. Ask if your child has homework-and check to see that it gets done.
7. Read to your child or have your child read alone for at least 20 minutes.
8. Ask your child if there is any “backpack mail” from school.
9. Check in with your child’s teacher through a personal visit, a phone call, or an e-mail-every month.
10. Plan a special outing for your child that relates to what’s happening at school.