School Transitions among Adolescent Children of Military Personnel: A Strengths Perspective

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Summary
Surveys of 6,382 children (age 10-18) of military personnel aimed to assess their experiences with school in general as well as with school transitions. Adolescents reported average to above average grades, high participation in extracurricular activities, supportive school environments, and active parental involvement.
Citation
Strobino, J. & Salvaterra, M. (2000). School transitions among adolescent children of military personnel: A strengths perspective. Social Work in Education, 22, 95-107.