Franklin Co. Schools Receive Purple Heart Designation

A total of 60 schools statewide received inaugural designation.

(Franklin County, Ind.) - Five Franklin County schools are the recipients of Purple Star school designation.

Franklin County High School, Franklin County Middle School, Brookville Elementary, Mt. Carmel School and Laurel School were among the 60 schools statewide to receive inaugural designation from the Indiana Department of Education.  

The Purple Star designation honors schools displaying a significant commitment to service members, veterans, students, and families connected to our nation’s military.

“As a proud military parent, I know firsthand the honor and respect our nation’s military deserves,” said State Superintendent Dr. Jennifer McCormick. “I want to thank Indiana schools for their commitment to honoring and highlighting military service members. I am happy to award the inaugural Purple Star designation to a group of very deserving schools.”

In its first year, schools had to meet specific requirements to receive the Purple Star school designation. These include, assigning a point of contact for military families, passing a resolution supporting military students and families, guaranteeing interviews for service members and their immediate family who meet the minimum job qualifications, and more.

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