EME Military Families
Welcome Military Families
We are honored to welcome you to our school community. Our campus proudly holds the Purple Star Distinction, recognizing our commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.
To further enhance this support, we participate in the student-led Anchored For Life program . This initiative is designed to help military kids adjust to new environments, build resilience, and thrive both academically and socially.
Thank you for your service and sacrifice. We are here to ensure your child’s educational journey is as smooth and enriching as possible.
East Milton Elementary School Military Family Information
Military Point of Contact ( MPOC)
Military & Family Life Counselors
Mrs. Claudia Nicholas, ****LCSW 850-375-6984
Mrs. Andrea Sutrick, LCSW 850-375-6984
NAS Whiting Field School Liaison
Chris Hendrix NAS Whiting Field School Liaison
71580 Langley Street Milton, Florida 32570
Building 1417 Room 163 Office: 850-665-6105 Cell: 850-736-0338
Email: christopher.p.hendrix2.nas@us.navy.mil
Site: Whiting Field School Liaison Officer
EME Anchored For Life Teacher Leaders
Mrs. April Hobbs ****hobbsa@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Mrs. Robin Joyce ****joycer@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Assistant Principal, Heather Stokes
850-983-5620 x4100 ****stokesh@santarosa.k12.fl.us ****
Transition Planning and Student Led Transition Programs
* We provide families tours when they come in to register.
*Anchored For Life Students also give students tours and provide support as students begin school.
*Monthly Anchored for Life Lunch Bunch is ongoing to provide continuous support.
*Houses/ EXCEL PBIS Program through our Positive Behavior Incentive Houses student leaders are voted on by fellow students to assist with our community building activities and our EXCEL Experiences to reward students for their hard work.
Mental Health Contacts and Resources
Mental Health Services - Santa Rosa County Schools (santarosaschools.org)
EME Guidance – Kelly HayesHayesK@santarosa.k12.fl.us
CDAC Counselor, Nicole Wilson wilsonn1@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Military & Family Life Counselors
Mrs. Claudia Nicholas, LCSW 850-375-6984
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events-
October 10th - Fall Festival 4:00-6:30 PM
The month of April has been designated as the Month of the Military Child. This time of the year offers a special opportunity to acknowledge and honor the services of our smallest heroes, our military children. At East Milton Elementary, we would like to take the opportunity to recognize their service and sacrifice.
Military Students who presently participate in lunch groups will have a special celebration on Purple Up Day during lunch scheduled group times.
For questions about the Military and Family Life Program or to obtain a program consent, please contact EME’s Military Family and Life Counselors (MFLC) at 850-281-9771 or 850-375-6984.
Transition Planning and Student Led Transition Programs
* We provide families tours when they come in to register.
*Anchored For Life Students also give students tours and provide support as students begin school.
*Monthly Anchored for Life Lunch Bunch is ongoing to provide continuous support.
*Houses/ EXCEL PBIS Program through our Positive Behavior Incentive Houses student leaders are voted on by fellow students to assist with our community building activities and our EXCEL Experiences to reward students for their hard work.
Academic Planning
Principal, Trisha Johnson johnsonpb@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Assistant Principal, Heather Stokes stokesh@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Data Clerk, Karissa Barr barrk@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Guidance Counselor, Kelly Hayes HayesK@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Director of SRCSD Student Services, Autumn Wright
Santa Rosa County District Services Web page
Exceptional Student Education (ESE or Special Education) Point of contact
Liaison, Angela Swaney Phone: 850-983-5150 x2922 swaneya@santarosa.k12.fl.us
ESE Teacher, Shana KunkleKunkleS@santarosa.k12.fl.us
EME Military Family Life Counselors
Tutoring Services
For tutoring assistance, please contact EME Guidance – Kelly HayesHayesK@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Mental Health Contacts and Resources
Mental Health Services - Santa Rosa County Schools (santarosaschools.org)
EME Guidance – Kelly HayesHayesK@santarosa.k12.fl.us
CDAC Counselor, Nicole Wilson wilsonn1@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Military & Family Life Counselors
Mrs. Claudia Nicholas, LCSW 850-375-6984
Military Kids
Sesame Street for Military Families: Sesame Street for Military Families is a free, bilingual (English and Spanish) website where families can find information and multimedia resources on the topics of military deployments, multiple deployments, homecomings, injuries, grief, and self-expression. Additional info about Sesame Street for Military Families can be found here:https://sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org
Military Kids Connect helps Military Families find a place for kids to connect with others who have had similar experiences, whether it’s deployment, moving, or other military-related events. Additional info for Military Kids Connect can be found here:https://militarykidsconnect.health.mil/
Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission (MIC3): Information on the rights of military students who transfer between states can be found here:MIC3
Ten Great Picture Books For Military Families To Read Together
Additional Resources
Military One Source:
Military One Source (MOS) offers a multitude of resources for military families. Free counseling is available, as well as articles, information, and resources for typical transitions that come with military life. Additional info for MOS can be found here:https://www.militaryonesource.mil/
School Liaison Officer (SLO): Military Families who have transferred to the area can contact the NAS Whiting Field School Liaison Officer (SLO), Dawn Kaunike atdawn.kaunike1@navy.milor 850-665-6105 or 850-736-0338. The SLO can also be an advocate for military families if any issues arise during the school year. Brochure for SLO
NAS Whiting Field Fleet and Family Support Center:https://www.navymwrwhitingfield.com/programs/2413bd64-9bae-4be1-b875-47525d03b0f2
NAS Whiting Field MWR:https://www.navymwrwhitingfield.com/
Additional Resources:
Please visit our district military resources page for information relevant to all military families at Santa Rosa County District Schools.