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A man wearing a military uniform sits and holds a small boy on his lap, while a girl and boy sit close to him.

Students from military families are often misunderstood in US public schools - a retired military officer and behavioral health expert explains what schools can do

October 13, 2026, Nikki R. Wooten

Students from military families have specific experiences and needs that require support from their schools. Nikki R. Wooten, an associate professor of social work, writes for The Conversation about how some educators may not understand the experiences of military children and the challenges of military life.