(BATON ROUGE, LA) - In recognition of April as the Month of the Military Child, the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) has launched a new section of its website that’s dedicated to military families. Created in collaboration with Barksdale Air Force Base, this centralized online tool is designed to support the academic success of Louisiana’s military-connected students and their families.
“This new online resource reflects our commitment to ensuring every child—especially those whose families serve our country—has access to a high-quality education and a smooth school experience in Louisiana,” said Louisiana State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley. “We’re proud to partner with Barksdale to strengthen our outreach and service to military families.”
The new landing page offers streamlined access to essential information, tools, and resources to help military families navigate school transitions as they move to and from Louisiana. From enrollment to graduation requirements, the hub is designed to ease school changes and make families feel supported every step of the way.
“Our military families face a litany of pervasive challenges innate to the military lifestyle. They deserve our unwavering support in accessing high-quality, affordable, and special needs accommodating educational resources to provide them with every chance to thrive and excel,” said Barksdale Air Force Base Installation Commander Colonel Michael Maginness. “Their strength is our inspiration, and their education is our shared responsibility. This new landing page represents a significant commitment from our local partners to shoulder that responsibility. I am confident this new resource will be a boon to military families throughout the State of Louisiana.”
Key features of the military families resource hub include:
- Advance Enrollment Information: Guidance on how military families can enroll their children in public schools before arriving in Louisiana.
- Quick Links to Key Resources: Direct access to school directories, choice and course options, graduation requirements, and special education services.
- Purple Star Schools: A spotlight on Louisiana schools that have earned the Purple Star designation for going above and beyond in supporting military-connected students.
- Interstate Compact Info: Details about the Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children, helping remove barriers as families move between states.
With more than 12,000 military-connected students attending Louisiana public schools across 1,300+ schools and 124 school systems, the LDOE remains committed to making every educational journey as seamless and successful as possible.
The new resource is now live and available at doe.louisiana.org. The site will continue to be updated regularly with new resources, tools, and information.