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When Do I Need a SLO?

Your garrison SLO is available to you whenever the need arises, but they can be especially helpful when you receive PCS orders. Below you will find some of the supports that the SLO can offer before, during, and after a PCS relocation.

Getting ready to move:

  • Information about your upcoming duty station and educational options in your new community
  • Connection to a youth sponsor who can answer your child/youth’s questions about their new school/community from a peer’s perspective
  • Assistance with the steps to prepare for the withdrawal of your children/youth from their current schools

 Once you arrive:

  • Provide information about the local educational options and enrollment processes
  • Help with questions about compliance and solutions regarding the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children
  • Facilitate two way communication between the school and parent
  • Assist in making connections with homeschool co-ops or support groups

 During your assignment:

  • Answers to your questions about schools, homeschooling, special education, scholarships, transitions and more.
  • Parent education opportunities about college and career readiness, preparing for transition and the Interstate Compact 

Please see below for additional resources to support your Family.

Home | Military Kids Connect (health.mil)
provides online age-appropriate resources to help parents, teachers and children cope with the unique challenges of military life.

Plan My Move: PCS Moving Checklist & Resources • Military OneSource

Rules-Book-20190905_Second-Version_20211230.pdf (mic3.net)
This site details the components of the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children which address the key transition issues military Families experience including enrollment, placement, attendance, eligibility, and graduation.

If you have a question regarding this document, or you are experiencing a problem with one of these key issues, contact your SLO.  Your SLO is able to assist by connecting with both the sending and receiving school to help resolve these types of issues.  If it is not possible to resolve the issue locally, the SLO will help you work with the state commission, and if needed, the national office.

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Youth Golf Clinic

Covers long game (driving) Is your youth interested in golf or wanting to improve their skills? This is the perfect opportunity for them to learn the rules of the game, course etiquette, and fundamentals like how to hold a club, swing, putt, and much more! Equipment provided. Registration deadline: May 23rd Held at Selfridge Golf Course

May 30 5 pm - 6:15 pm
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3 Day Outdoor Recreation Camp

June 10-12 Ages 8-18 Limited Spaces! Registration closes June 6th. Drop off and pick up in Clinton Twp or building 234 on the Detroit Arsenal Get outside and enjoy the first days of summer with us during this adventurous 3-dayoutdoor recreation camp. Day 1 - Tuesday, June 10th: Metropark - Mountain biking and beach activities. Equipment and lunch provided. Day 2 – Wednesday, June 11th: Nature Center - Nature Center and hiking. Lunch provided. Day 3 – Thursday, June 12th: Metropark - Kayaking and swimming. Equipment and lunch provided.

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Drop In STEM Day

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Jun 24 9 am - 3 pm
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3 Day Triple Play Sport Camp

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Jul 8
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Youth Golf Clinic

Covers short game (putting, chipping, and pitching) 

Is your youth interested in golf or wanting to improve their skills? This is the perfect opportunity for them to learn the rules of the game, course etiquette, and fundamentals like how to hold a club, swing, putt, and much more! Equipment provided.

Registration deadline: July 25th

Held at Selfridge Golf Course

Aug 1 5 pm - 6:15 pm

Youth Golf Clinic

Covers short game (putting, chipping, and pitching) 

Is your youth interested in golf or wanting to improve their skills? This is the perfect opportunity for them to learn the rules of the game, course etiquette, and fundamentals like how to hold a club, swing, putt, and much more! Equipment provided.

Registration deadline: July 25th

Held at Selfridge Golf Course

Aug 1 5 pm - 6:15 pm
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