Sailor Spotlight: From Military Child to Military Officer


by DVIDS

DVIDS— No matter what life throws your way, Cmdr. Kellie Smith is adamant about one thing: Never give up.

LASVEGASNOW—Henderson child abuse case spotlights work of CCSD truancy officers. LAS VEGAS (KLAS) - A case of child abuse in Henderson is spotlighting the importance of the work Clark County School District truancy officers do each day. Jeffery Scanlan, 41, and Misty Scanlan, 46, are each facing one charge of child abuse and are accused of locking their 11-year-old boy in a cage, according to []

DVIDS—Nurturing resilience: The vital role of communication in military Families during the Month of the Military Child. Tucson, Ariz. — During April, as we pay tribute to the resilience and sacrifices of military Families and their children, it's crucial to acknowledge the significant role of effective communication within these distinct family units. The U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM) chaplain team understands the importance, and organizes initiatives such as the Build Strong and Ready Teams (BSRT) events, which was recently held April 5-7 in Tucson, Arizona.

Santa Rosas Press Gazette—Tyndall recognizes Month of the Military Child. Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. -- According to the Department of Defense, there are more than 1.6 million military-connected children who ultimately face many unique experiences because of their parent’s or parents’ service. To honor these individuals, the DoD designates the month of April as Month of the Military Child. For Team Tyndall and across the DoD, this time highlights the important role that children play within the armed forces community while recognizing their experiences and...