Military Family Support
Thank You To Our Veterans
Supporting Our Military Families
Coupeville School District is proud to serve the children of military families from the nearby Oak Harbor Naval Air Station, the largest naval installation in the Pacific Northwest. We recognize the unique challenges military families face, with over 8% of our student body coming from active-duty households. Our dedicated staff is committed to ensuring that military children thrive academically and feel supported throughout their educational journey.
Supporting Successful Transitions for New Students
We work closely with our community to ensure that new students and their families have the resources they need during transitions, including moves and other life changes. We encourage families to contact their child's school ahead of time to arrange a tour and discuss any concerns related to the transition.
Military Support Contacts
Jaime Thompson
School Liaison Officer
NASWI.SL@us.navy.mil
360-257-6863
Kelly Scheese
Region School Liaison
Commander, Navy Region Northwest
nrnw.sl@us.navy.mil
360-396-4860
Tina Sparks
Child and Youth Programs Director
Naval Air Station Whidbey Island
christina.l.sparks2.naf@us.navy.mil
360-257-6423
Kathleen Zellers
Coupeville School District
Military & Family Life Counselor
kzellers@coupeville.k12.wa.us
Support Resources for Challenging Times
In times of global conflict and unrest, families may face extended deployments or experience grief and concern for loved ones involved. We encourage you to explore the resources provided on this page, and please don’t hesitate to contact your school if additional support is needed.
Military Families Support Resources
- NAS Whidbey Island School Liaison
- Youth Sponsorship Program
- Supporting Military Kids Through Deployment
- Military Kids, Homecoming & Reunion
- Interstate Compact for Military Children
- Navy Child & Youth Program (CYP)
- Fleet & Family Support Center - Nor'Wester (navylifepnw.com)
- Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) (navylifepnw.com)
- Parent Support (navylifepnw.com)
NAS Whidbey Island School Liaison
Youth Sponsorship Program
Supporting Military Kids Through Deployment
Military Kids, Homecoming & Reunion
Interstate Compact for Military Children
Navy Child & Youth Program (CYP)
Fleet & Family Support Center - Nor'Wester (navylifepnw.com)
Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) (navylifepnw.com)
Parent Support (navylifepnw.com)
Military Families Support Materials
- MFLC Permission Form
- PCS Guide for Kids
- Navy School Liaison Officers
- K-12 and College No-Cost Tutoring & Test Prep
- Helping Kids Work Through Global Violence
- Confidential Non-Medical Counseling