Meeting the Needs and Expectations of Active Duty Military Families Relative to Their Child's School

Abstract

This dissertation contributes to the discussion surrounding the military family by answering the question, “What are the experiences, needs, and expectations of active duty military families relative to their child’s school?”. Spouses of active duty military officers give their perspectives of what military life is like including how it compares and contrasts to civilian families’ lives. This study extends the literature on the topic of supporting the military family by pushing past the challenges and necessary supports needed. Participants are asked to identify how the army, the community, and most importantly, schools can be involved in providing those supports