It’s tough to surprise military spouses. They are,by nature, prepared for all kinds of occasions. Moving in three weeks? No problem. Driving multiple kids to sporting events, and doctor appointments and school functions all in the same day? Easy-peasy. That’s why the National Military Family organization,through the generous support of The Sellier Family Foundation, went above and beyond to keep our surprise under wraps. We invited two deserving military spouses and their families to join us for “focus groups” discussing the challenges of pursing higher education. The first spouse to participate was Lisa, and a Marine spouse pursuing a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Special Education. Lisa had been a working special education teacher and currently teaches military children on a local Army base. When asked what her biggest hurdle was,she said it was all the unknown costs and fees above and beyond tuition charges. The second military spouse..
Source: militaryfamily.org