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NAS Meridian School Liaison
Naval Air Station Meridian is in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. Lauderdale County has one public school district which is divided into 4 school zones. Each school zone has an elementary, middle and high school. Mississippi is a “School Choice” state and allows families to pursue enrollment at a school district of their choice pending space availability. If a student attends a school not associated with their residence address, the parents are responsible for providing transportation. Click on the "Area Schools" tab to learn more about local area school options.
Please contact the School Liaison to find out more about school districts, processes, and policies and choice options.
The 7 Core Services of a School Liaison:
The School Liaison helps military families navigate school transitions and supports students during moves between schools. Here’s how they can assist you:
- School Transition Services (PCS Cycle): School Liaison assist families with school transfers for military children and youth.
- Deployment Support: School Liaisons connect educators with the Navy deployment support system.
- Command, School, Community Communications: School Liaisons serve as subject-matter experts for installation commanders on K-12 concerns.
- Homeschool Linkage and Support: School Liaisons assist Navy families by gathering and sharing information on local home schooling policies.
- Partnerships in Education (PIE): PIE creates a volunteer network of resources to support installation and community members.
- Post-Secondary Preparations: School Liaisons leverage installation and school resources to for graduating military students.
- Special Needs System Navigation: School Liaisons provide information about installation and community programs and services.
School Liaisons are available to answer your questions and support your family’s educational needs. Contact us today!
School Liaison
The School Liaison Program was established under Child and Youth Education Systems (CYES) and falls under the Child and Youth Programs (CYP) umbrella under the Morale Welfare and Recreation of the U.S. Navy. It is designed to help families with PreK-12 Education system navigation. The School Liaison Program serves all branches and is established throughout the Navy.
