In an effort to foster a sense of community and support for military families, Rocky Mountain Junior High hosted its first annual Military Family Social on September 6th. The event aimed to connect military families, veterans, and retired service members with one another and provide them with essential resources available in the local area.
Larissa Archuleta, the new military support specialist for Weber School District, explained the purpose of the event, stating, "We want to create a network where military families feel supported and connected. By bringing them together, we can introduce them to various community resources and help them build lasting relationships."
One of the primary goals of the social was to identify military-connected students and their families so that the school district could provide tailored support. Christa Davis, the military family point of contact for Rocky Mountain Junior High School, emphasized the importance of welcoming and including these families. "By simply being friendly we can make military families feel at home in our community," she said.
Rocky Mountain Junior High, a Purple Star School, is committed to honoring and celebrating the members of the armed forces and their families. The school offers a range of resources and support services to help military-connected students and their families adjust to the community.
The event featured a variety of activities aimed at connecting military families and the community. Attendees had the opportunity to meet other families, learn about local resources, and enjoy a festive atmosphere. The school district also encouraged students to befriend their military-connected peers and make them feel welcome.
As this inaugural event proved to be a success, Weber School District plans to continue hosting Military Family Socials in the future. By providing a platform for military families to connect and receive support, the district hopes to continue to be an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students.
