Purple Star Campus Designation
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Texas Education Agency will begin accepting PSCD Applications for the 2025-26 school year starting April 4th.ÌýThe last day to submit will be June 6th.
The Purple Star Campus Designation recognizes Texas districtÌýand charter schools that show their support and commitment to meeting the unique needs of military-connected students and their families.Ìý
This special honor was created by the 86th Texas Legislature through SB 1557 and further described in agency rule (19 TAC, § 61.1063), effective April 9, 2020.
Every fall, Â鶹ֱ²¥ awardsÌýthe Purple Star Campus designation to campuses that apply and meet the established criteria (see below). Campuses that are selectedÌýwill receive a special Purple Star recognition to display on campus or on the school website.ÌýCampuses selected will also have their designationÌýfeatured on the Ìýweb page.Ìý
How to Apply
The Purple Star Campus Designation application for the 2025–26 school year will be openÌýApril 4, 2025Ìýand closeÌýJune 6, 2025.ÌýPurple Star Campus awardees will be announced in Fall 2025.
- Applications MUST be submitted using the Qualtrics Survey Link: (submissions will close 11:59:59PM on 6/6/25 CST).
- Potential applicants SHOULDÌýpre-planÌýtheir responses and required evidence using the Ìý(PDF).
SY 2025-26 Purple Star Campus Application Information
- 25-26 PSCDÌýApplication Interest Meeting (March 19, 2025):Ìý| Interest Meeting PDF
- **NEW** 25-26 PSCD Application Exemplar Training: | Exemplar PDF
- 25-26 PSCD Application Office Hour | April 16, 2025 @ 10:00 - 11:00 AM CST |
- 25-26 PSCD Application Office Hour | May 21, 2025 @ 10:00 - 11:00 AM CST |
- 2025-26 Purple Star Campus Designation Application and Month of Military Child (MOMC) To The Administrator (TAA)
Relevant Tools and Resources
- **NEW** Â鶹ֱ²¥ Learn Course: - Released January 2025
- PSCD Application Overview and ChecklistÌý(PDF)
- PSCDÌýApplication Guide (PDF)
- PSCD Campus Self-Assessment:ÌýApplication RubricÌý(PDF)
- PSCD Frequently Asked QuestionsÌý(PDF)
- PSCD Annual Calendar and Timeline Recommendations (PDF)
- Commonly used key terms, definitions, and acronyms for educators supporting military-connect students and families (PDF)
- Supporting Military-Connected Students: Professional Development Resources and Tools
- Texas Law and Policy Requirements to Support Military-Connected Students (PDF)
- PSCD Campus Transition Program Best Practices
- PSCD Military Initiatives
- PSCD Webpage Requirements for Military Families
Previously Recorded PSCD Application Webinars
- 24-25 PSCDÌýApplication Webinar:ÌýPresentation (PDF) | Ìý(held on February 20, 2024)
Purple Star Campus Designation Awardees
New Awardees
- ÌýPublished September 19, 2024
- To The Administrator Addressed (TAA) CorrespondenceÌýPublished September 19, 2024
- 2024-25ÌýPurple Star Campus Designation AwardeesÌýPublished September 19, 2024
Previous Awardees
- 2023-2024 Purple Star Campus Designation Awardees
- 2022-2023 Purple Star Campus Designation Awardees
- 2021-2022 Purple Star Campus Designation Awardees
- 2020-2021 Purple Star Campus Designation Awardees
Criteria at a Glance
1) Designate aÌýcampus-based military liaison that must:
- Support military connected students and their families.
- Offer professional development opportunities for staff members on issues related to military-connected students.
2)ÌýCreate and maintain an easily accessible web page that includes information for military-connected students and their families.
3) Must have a campus transition program that includes:
- Introductions to school environment and processes.
- Student leaders or ambassadors should be supported or sponsored by a campus-based staff member.
- Participate in organizing and hosting newcomer social events, facilitating guided tours of the campus, and accompanying new students to lunch the first week of school.
4) Offer at least one of the following initiatives:
- A resolution showing support for military-connected students and families;
- Participation in Month of the Military Child or Military Family Month; or
- Partnership with a school liaison officer to encourage and provide opportunities for active duty military members.
To see the Purple Star Campus Designation rule in its entirety, visit: Ìý19 TAC, Chapter 61.Ìý School Districts, Subchapter FF. Commissioner’s Rules Concerning Veterans and Military Dependents. Division 2, Military-Connected Students, § 61.1063.