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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2025 Purple Star Award Recipients

In May 2025, the 5th Class of Purple Star Award recipients became recognized for their commitment to meet the unique needs of military-connected children.

See the full list of recipients

Resources and Information

Explore professional development, useful resources, county resolutions, research on the award’s impact, and the complete list of Purple Star Award recipients.

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.

Purple Up Month Toolkit

Celebrate military-connected children during the Month of the Military Child.

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Apply for a Purple Star Award

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.

West Virginia Department of Education
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Fifth Class of Purple Star Award Recipients Announced

Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) and the Common Ground Partnership are pleased to announce the 2025 class of Purple Star Award recipients. These schools and…
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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.

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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