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What Does It Mean to Be a Military Child?

Kendra B., age 13, writes what being a military child means to her. From the opportunities of traveling and meeting new people to dealing with painful deployments and constant moves, she shares with us a personal essay in honor of Month of the Milit…

Apr 26, 2024
Dandelion: A Poem From the Perspective of a Military Kid

Konnor J., age 17, shares a personal poem about life as a military child who, like the dandelion, must bloom and grow wherever they are planted during Month of the Military Child.
Apr 25, 2024
Navigating Life and My Identity as a Military Kid

Sarah B., age 17, is a military brat who has had the challenging experience of having to call a new place “home” every few years. In honor of Month of the Military Child, Sarah shares her reflections on growing up in the military in this personal essay.
Apr 24, 2024
How One Military Child is Bringing Deployed Families Together at USO Lakenheath

USO Volunteer and military brat Myra Howard who cares for her younger sister while their parents are deployed shares how volunteering has helped give her a sense of community and connection.

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