Education: other; purple star school program; create. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1138a.
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Overview
This bill creates a "Purple Star Program" for public schools in Michigan. The program, established by the Department of Education, aims to support students with military-connected families. Schools designated as Purple Star schools must implement specific practices to assist these students, including designating a military liaison, providing relevant resources on their website, and offering support services and programs.
Key provisions
- The Department of Education must create the Purple Star Program by January 1, 2026.
- Schools must designate a military liaison to identify and support military-connected students.
- Schools must maintain a website with resources for military-connected students and families.
- Schools must offer a transition program led by students.
- Schools must provide professional development for staff on supporting military-connected pupils.
- Schools can offer initiatives like resolutions of support, recognition events, or partnerships with the armed forces.
- A ‘military-connected pupil’ is defined as a student whose family is connected to the armed forces.
- The bill defines ‘armed forces’ to include all branches of the U.S. military and their reserve components.
Who is affected
- Public schools
- Students with military-connected families
- Military families
- Department of Education
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