Military Families

SAMS Supports Our Military

Captain "RUSH" Moore of the 37th Bomb Squadron took flight with our Aviation Club for our first meeting of the year! 

Annual SAMS Veterans' Day Celebration

Welcome Military Families

Military Point of Contact:  
Melissa Goldstein 
Mgoldstein@charterk12.com 

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Transition Planning 
We understand that military families often face frequent relocations. Our goal is to make your transition as smooth as possible. 

  • Enrollment & Registration: Contact our registrar, Sarai Martin, at Smartin@charterk12.com for assistance with enrollment and records transfer. 

  • Advanced Enrollment Options: Military Preference available for all incoming military families. Please reach out for details. 

 

Academic Planning 
We offer a variety of academic pathways to support your child’s success. 

Student Progression Plan: Available through Hillsborough County Schools Student Resources | Hillsborough County Public Schools  

  • Advanced Programs: Honors and Advanced options. Application deadlines are posted on our academic calendar. 

  • Grade Monitoring: Parents can access grades via the PowerSchool portal [link]. 

 

Educational Resources 
We provide academic support and scholarship guidance tailored to military families. 

  • Tutoring: After-school tutoring is available in ALL subjects. 

  • Scholarships: Military students may qualify for Bright Futures and VA Chapter 35 benefits. 

 

Student-Led Transition Program 
Our Student Ambassador Program helps new military students feel welcome and connected. 

  • Ambassadors meet with new students within two weeks of arrival. 

  • Activities include campus tours, peer mentoring, and orientation sessions. 

Program Coordinator: MGoldstein@charterk12.com 

Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Services 
We support students with IEPs and 504 plans during transitions. 

  • Resources: Procedural safeguards and parental rights info available [link]. 

 

Mental Health Resources 
Military students may face unique emotional challenges. We’re here to help. 

  • Services: Confidential counseling, peer support, and referrals. 

  • Additional Resources: MacDill AFB Family Support Center and online mental health services. 

 

Volunteer Opportunities 
We welcome our military families to volunteer at school for events, field trips, classroom support, and more. Our PTSO manages all volunteer clearances and opportunities. 

Upcoming Military Recognition Events 
We honor military families through school-wide events: 

  • Veterans Day School-Wide Assembly – November 9th 

  • Month of the Military Child – April 

  • Veterans Holiday Toy Drive – November 30 to December 4 

  • Purple-Up! Day – April 15th 

 

Local Military Resources 

  • MacDill AFB School Liaison Officer: (813) 828-0146 

  • Youth Programs: (813) 828-7956 

  • Family Support Center: (813) 828-0145 

District & State Resources 

  • Florida Department of Education – Purple Star Schools 

  • Military Child Education Coalition 

Webpage Links