Press release from the Indiana Department of Education and a few explanatory words from John Estridge
INDIANAPOLIS – All of the public schools within the Franklin County Community School Corporation were recipients of the inaugural Purple Star designation from the Indiana Department of Education.
Winning the award in Franklin County are the following schools: Brookville Elementary, Laurel Elementary, Mt. Carmel Elementary, Franklin County Middle and Franklin County High.
The Indiana Department of Education congratulated the recipients of Indiana’s inaugural Purple Star school designation on Tuesday, August 18. The Purple Star designation honors schools displaying a significant commitment to service members, Veterans, students, and families connected to our nation’s military.
“As a proud military parent, I know firsthand the honor and respect our nation’s military deserves,” said State Superintendent Dr. Jennifer McCormick.“I want to thank Indiana schools for their commitment to honoring and highlighting military service members. I am happy to award the inaugural Purple Star designation to a group of very deserving schools.”
In its first year, schools had to meet specific requirements to receive the Purple Star school designation. These include, assigning a point of contact for military families, passing a resolution supporting military students and families, guaranteeing interviews for service members and their immediate family who meet the minimum job qualifications, and more. In total, 60 schools received the inaugural designation.
FCCSC schools have also taken great care and pride in honoring the county’s Veterans with meaningful Veterans Day programs at every school.