Parenting and Teen Stress
Article | June 2020
Teens juggle many things: fitting in at school, managing classwork and clubs, the daily tidal wave of hormones, and the ups and downs of high school romances.
Health and Wellness Coaching for Teens
Article | December 2020
Help your teen get on track to good health and fitness. Health and wellness coaching is available for those 13 and older.
Military Youth and Teen Programs
Article | April 2022
When it comes to keeping kids busy with age-appropriate activities, military youth and teen programs offer something for every child, including organized activities, field trips, computer labs, music stations and workout rooms.
Be a Trusted Adult to Protect Children and Teens
Article | March 2022
Learn how to be a trusted adult to help protect children and teens.
College Scholarships for Military Teens and How to Apply
Article | February 2022
Military families have two scholarships designed just for military kids to help ease rising college costs. The Fisher House Foundation administers the Scholarships for Military Children Program and the Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship.
Talking to Your Teen About Substance Abuse
Article | April 2021
Substance abuse happens everywhere, including on and off military installations.
Savings Plans, Student Loans and Scholarships for Military Teens
Article | April 2020
With the many available scholarships, grants and other options for financial aid, paying for college doesn’t have to be intimidating.
Talking to Your Military Teen About Substance Use
Article | December 2019
With the challenges of long family separations and permanent change of station moves, military teens may be more vulnerable to drug and alcohol use. Certain common challenges like a need for social acceptance at a new school may prompt teens to act before considering consequences.
Support Your Teen to Have Safe and Healthy Relationships
Article | February 2021
As a parent, you want your children to be safe, healthy and happy. And while forming relationships and developing romantic feelings for their peers is a natural part of growing up, relationship abuse is common, and can start early. One of the best ways to be a supportive parent is to know the facts from the start.
Help Your MilTeen Prep for Success
Article | July 2022
Military parents of teens can help their child learn basic professional dress and communication skills for applying for jobs and scholarships or exploring career paths.
15 Tips for Helping Your Teenager Deal With Deployment
Article | March 2022
Patience, communication and extra care can go a long way in comforting a teenager who is dealing with deployment. Knowing how to respond as a parent to the feelings associated with deployment will ensure a successful transition for everyone.
Money Management Strategies for Military Children
Article | March 2022
It’s never too early to start teaching your kids about money. Encourage them to collect their allowance in a piggy bank whenever they start earning one.
Students With Special Needs: Transitioning to Adulthood
Article | July 2021
Exploring options, building a support network and self-advocating are steps students with special needs should take to prepare for their transition to adulthood.
Getting the Most from Military Kids Connect
Article | August 2022
MilFams have access to Military Kids Connect, an engaging, fun website and online community that connects military youth to discuss upcoming moves, healthy relationships, wellness and more.
Military and Family Life Counseling Program’s Child and Youth Camps
Article | December 2018
Children and teens learn flexibility, adaptability and resiliency through their life in a military family, but they may not understand how to apply those strengths to their current life situation.
Healthy, Active Children and Academic Achievement
Article | July 2022
We all want our children to enjoy learning, make good grades and achieve success. Nutrition and physical activity are linked to academic achievement, so making sure your children are healthy and active will fuel them to reach their academic goals.
20 MilParent Power Tips to Step Up Your Parenting
Article | August 2022
Parenting is a perfect example of family readiness and resilience — it’s an “always-on” job. Like a military mission, responsible parenting requires attention, smarts, skills and support. Here are 20 tips to help you step up your parenting and improve your child-rearing skills. Everyone wins with responsible parenting.
Preparing Young Adults for Their First Job – Strategies for Being a Good Employee
Article | February 2022
So, your child is getting ready to look for work. Whether he or she is still in school or just starting the search, there are plenty of resources to help military families get a leg up in the job hunt
School Options Available to Military Children
Article | April 2022
When it’s time to relocate, you need to know what education opportunities are available for your children at the new installation. The Defense Department is committed to making sure all military children have the opportunity for a quality education that prepares them for success.
Coping with Standardized Testing Systems When You Change Schools
Article | January 2022
Whether it’s your first move or your fifth, even the most organized military parents need help navigating a new school district’s standardized testing system.
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