About the training 

🧭 What This Training Covers

This training course equips educators with the tools and understanding needed to support military-connected students by integrating:

• Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) – honoring students’ cultural identities and lived experiences

• Social Emotional Learning (SEL) – building students’ self-awareness, regulation, and relationship skills

It’s based on research-backed strategies and developed from the lived experience of a military spouse, educator, and parent.

📘 Topics Include:

• Understanding military family culture and student challenges

• Creating inclusive classroom routines

• Addressing emotional and academic needs during transitions

• Engaging families and using community resources

• Using SEL tools like mood meters, peer buddies, and journaling prompts

👩‍🏫 Who Is This For?

This training is ideal for:

• Classroom teachers (K–12)

• School counselors and support staff

• Administrators and instructional coaches

• Anyone working with students near military installations or in Purple Star Schools

📂 What’s Included:

• Access to the full training slides (Google Slides embedded on the site)

• Downloadable SEL and CRT classroom tools

• Reflection prompts for professional growth

• Certificate of completion (upon submission of reflection form)

🔗 Get Started:

Click “Start the Course” in the menu to begin reviewing the training slides. Use the reflection prompts to guide your learning, and submit your reflections.