The School Liaison Program identifies and coordinates community resources to reduce the impact of the mobile military lifestyle on military school-age children and families. The program provides a wide array of services, working directly with the command, families, school districts, and local communities to promote the highest level of academic success for military children and their families.
The School Liaison office can connect you with school resources and points of contact, provide referrals, and provide information on
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school options, services and programs.
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registration requirements.
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school calendars/schedules.
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extracurricular activities and sports.
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testing requirements.
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course and graduation requirements.
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before and after school programs.
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school selection while in temporary housing.
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transportation.
Phone: 760-830-1574
Location: Bldg 1417
Email: SMBPLMSSCHOOLLIAISON@usmc.mil
School Liaisons provide a thread of continuity between different Marine Corps duty stations. If you're expecting orders, the School Liaison at your next assignment can provide information on local schools and area services.
Download our PCS brochure that contains a mini school liaison directory and moving checklists for both parents and kids.
MILITARY INTERSTATE CHILDREN'S COMPACT COMMISION
The Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission (MIC3) addresses key educational transition issues encountered by military families and serves as a resource for a smooth transition, providing beneficial information on state profiles and more.
MIC3 Information Sheet (PDF)
MIC3 Guide for Parents (PDF)
Morongo Unified School District
The Combat Center is served by a single school district, MUSD. Currently, the district has 11 elementary schools, two middle schools, two comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, two state preschool programs and a special education preschool program. Striving to meet the needs of a diverse student body, the District provides a wide array of programs, including special educations, English Language Learners Program, athletics, advance placement, GATE, and many others.
Twentynine Palms
29 Palms Elementary
Condor Elementary
Oasis Elementary
Palm Vista Elementary
29 Palms Junior High
29 Palms High School
Twentynine Palms Military Student Assistance Group (TPHS MILSAG)
Joshua Tree
Friendly Hills Elementary
Joshua Tree Elementary
Yucca Valley
Onaga Elementary
Yucca Mesa Elementary
Yucca Valley Elementary
La Contenta Middle School
Yucca Valley High School
Black Rock High School
Landers
Landers Elementary
Morongo Valley
Morongo Valley Elementary
Morongo Unified School District also offers a number of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and opportunities through the Academy for College and Career Excellence (AC2E). AC2E provides quality, hands-on training programs to high school students and adults and prepares students to be career ready, technically skilled and academically prepared. Course content is validated by local business advisory committees, reflecting current industry standards. Additional information on AC2E available at https://www.morongo.k12.ca.us/o/ac2e.
Adults wishing to enroll in courses must complete Live Scan fingerprinting and TB test. Adults interested in enrolling in a CTE program, please contact Christy Bong, CTE Specialist at ACCE, by phone (760) 228-1162 or email christy.bong@morongo.k12.ca.us.
Military families interested in AC2E but whose students are not yet enrolled in Morongo Unified School District, please contact Shanna Valenzuela, Administrative Assistant at ACCE, by phone (760) 228-1162 or email shanna.valenzuela@moronogo.k12.ca.us.
Twentynine Palms High School and Yucca Valley High School students, please contact your school counselor with questions or next steps for enrollment.
AC2E Programs-open to Adults and High-School Students:
• 911 Communications Dispatcher
• Private Security Guard
• Cyber Security
• Unmanned Aircraft Systems
• Pharmacy Technician
• Registered Dental Assistant
AC2E Programs-High School Students only:
• Criminal Justice
• Early Childhood Development
• Culinary Arts
• Medical Assistant
Palm Springs Area Schools
Are you planning on living in the lower desert? Palm Springs Unified School District serves Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Thousand Palms and Rancho Mirage with 25 schools.
Private Schools
Joshua Springs Christian School - Yucca Valley
Xavier College Preparatory High School - Palm Desert
Preschool & Kindergarten Programs
Twentynine Palms Head Start Program
San Bernardino County Preschool Services Department
After School Programs
Armed Services YMCA
MCCS Child & Youth Programs
Twentynine Palms Parks & Recreation
Joshua Tree Parks & Recreation
Yucca Valley Parks & Recreation