Student Transition Program
At DoDEA Pacific, military-connected children are at the heart of all we do. We recognize our military children move three times more often than their civilian peers, with many students attending six to nine different schools during their K-12 years. We also know frequent moves may cause stress and anxiety, adversely impacting students’ academic, social and emotional well-being.
DoDEA Pacific’s Student Transition Program is designed to assist newly arriving elementary school students with finding community within their new school.
Each Student Transition Program is served by a Program Coordinator and Student Ambassadors and provides:
- A lunch buddy and/or a dedicated place to hang out during lunch
- A personalized school tour from a Student Ambassador, who can answer questions about classes and programs from a student perspective
- Local culture trips where you can experience local food and customs
- Resources to assist with social-emotional wellness following a PCS move
The Student Transition Program counselors and ambassadors assist newly arriving students with finding community within their new school. Learn more about the Pacific Region’s Student Transition program
Contact the Bechtel's STP Coordinator:
Ms. Vasconcellos - cennette.vasconcellos@dodea.edu
Learn more about the DoDEA Pacific region's Student Transition Program
