Assisting Children and Families With Military-Related Disruptions: The United States Marine Corps School Liaison Program

Military families face many transitions, including frequent relocations, which may make it difficult for military youth to cope. This study assessed the perceptions of U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) school liaison professionals regarding their work with families, schools, command and others in helping improve school transitions of military children due to family relocation. Generally, liaisons expressed positive collaboration experiences and reported good understanding of their roles, responsibilities, and goals.