Purple Star Award

A recognition for schools and districts creating a friendly and supportive environment for military-connected children and their families.
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West Liberty Elementary students wear purple as part of "Purple Up Day" activities.

Supporting Purple Star Schools

Explore options to support ongoing efforts to provide resources to students experiencing the deployment of a family member.

Military Family Point of Contact Training

Learn more about opportunities for professional development and military partnerships.

County Board Resolutions

County school boards can pass a resolution or take official action to publicize the school system's support for military students and their families.

Purple Star Award Recipients

View the list of schools and districts statewide that have received the award and their identified military family point of contact.

Research

Learn more about the impact of the Purple Star program on public education and the school community.

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Become a Purple Star District

The Purple Star Award is a designation for schools that display a special commitment to military children and their families. 

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Purple Star Award News

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Stay up-to-date on award announcements.

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Fourth Class of Purple Star Award Recipients Announced

The Common Ground Partnership announced the latest class of 27 schools receiving the Purple Star Award, bringing West Virginia's total to 297 schools.
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Third Class of Purple Star Award Recipients Announced

The West Virginia Department of Education and Common Ground Partnership announced its third class of West Virginia schools receiving the Purple Star Award consisting of 70 additional schools.
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Next Class of Purple Star Award Recipients Announced

The West Virginia Department of Education and Common Ground Partnership announced its second class of West Virginia schools receiving the Purple Star Award.

Contact Us

Learn how your school or school district can be recognized with the Purple Star Award.

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Robert Mellace

Coordinator
Phone Number: +13045583119
rmellace@k12.wv.us
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