Among 44 Ohio schools to received the Purple Star designation for their commitment to serving military-connected students and families is Glenwood Jr. High School, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Paolo DeMaria, announced
      Glenwood was recognized for various activities that honor military families and local veterans.
      “A supportive school environment can have a significant impact on our military-connected students, and we’re happy to see such a great interest in this designation by Ohio’s schools,” said DeMaria.
      On November 10, 2017, Glenwood Junior High hosted a student-led event inviting more than 50 local veterans from all branches of the military, as well as reservists who were friends or family members of students and staff. State Representative and Air Force Reserve LTC John Boccieri was a guest speaker for a school wide program that filled the gymnasium.
      While the Veterans Day Event was educational and inspiring, Glenwood has made great efforts to service military families every day. Counselors have identified students whose parents are active service members and provided them information and assistance. They are given information packets with opportunities for scholarships, grant money for camps and extracurriculars, tutoring support, and standardized test prep.
      “ My husband is in the military, and even for me, my eyes were opened,” said Glenwood Counselor Courtney Abruzzino. “For instance I had no idea there were free tutoring services, and scholarship money that could be used for children to participate in extracurricular activities. It’s extra help out there, for military families who sometimes find themselves overwhelmed.”