Military Families - Purple Star Program
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Established in Madison City Schools in 2016, Student 2 Student™ (S2S™) is designed to increase awareness of and address the school transitions experienced by mobile elementary students through a faculty-led, student-engaged model.
Military-connected students often move six to nine times during their K–12 education and change schools three times more frequently than their civilian peers.
S2S™ Core Values
Leadership – Student Character Growth
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Serving as positive role models
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Supporting new students and improving their transition experience
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Expanding and strengthening the S2S™ program for the future
Academics – Educational Adjustments
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Encouraging academic success
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Informing new students about key aspects of their new school
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Connecting them with essential academic resources
Service – Community Outreach
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Giving back to the school
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Contributing to the local community
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Understanding the importance of global citizenship
Finding the Way – Campus, Culture, and Community
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Campus: Helping new students navigate their new school environment
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Culture: Highlighting the behaviors, values, and traditions that make the school unique
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Community: Introducing students to the strengths and opportunities within the broader community
Relationships – 100% Acceptance
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Acceptance: Creating a welcoming environment where all students are respected
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Belonging: Helping new students find a place where they fit in and feel valued
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Connections: Introducing new students to peers who share similar qualities, values, and interests
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