Schools awarded for commitment to veterans
(BROOKVILLE, Ind.) -- Two local school districts are being recognized as Purple Heart Schools by the Indiana Department of Education.
Schools receiving the Purple Star designation are awarded for their significant display of commitment to service members, veterans and students and families connected to our nation’s military.
Every Franklin County school received the honor including Brookville Elementary, Franklin County High School, Franklin County Middle School, Laurel Elementary and Mt. Carmel.
In Switzerland County, Jefferson Craig Elementary School and Switzerland County Elementary School earned the award.
In Indiana, schools receiving the Purple Star designation must meet the following criteria:
Have an assigned point of contact for military families,
Meet all grade-level training requirements for point of contact,
Have a dedicated webpage providing recognition and resources for service members, veterans and students and families,
Host an annual military program (e.g., Veterans Day, 9/11, etc.),
Have a public military display recognizing service members,
Submit a school board resolution publicizing support for military students and families, and
Ensure military service members and their immediate family members meeting minimum job qualifications for open positions at the school will be guaranteed a job interview.
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