Flagler County Schools earns Florida’s Purple Star School District designation

Flagler County Schools has earned Florida’s Purple Star School District designation for its support of military-connected students and their families, the Florida Department of Education announced Wednesday.Flagler joins Clay and Escambia counties as newly recognized districts. The Veterans Day announcement brings the statewide total to nine, including Brevard County and Florida Virtual School.The Purple Star program recognizes schools that help military families navigate school transitions and connect with educational resources.What the designation meansTo qualify for district recognition, at least 75% of a district’s schools must earn the Purple Star School of Distinction designation, according to the department.Individual schools must provide support that includes a designated military family liaison, a webpage with educational and transition resources, and a student-led program to welcome incoming military-connected students.Schools must also train staff on military families’ needs