MIC3 Interstate Children's Compact
THE MILITARY INTERSTATE CHILDREN'S COMPACT (MIC3)
This section is designed to introduce educators to the Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission (MIC3).
The Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children was developed jointly by The Council of State Government’s National Center for Interstate Compacts and the Department of Defense, with input from policy experts and stakeholders from 18 different organizations and national associations, including representatives of parents, teachers, school administrators, military families, and federal, state, and local officials. Initial discussions about the Compact began in 2006, and drafting of the Compact began early in 2007. The Compact was first available for legislative consideration in 2008. The Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children was adopted by all 50 states and the District of Columbia in just six legislative sessions.
The Interstate Compact eases education transition issues faced by the children of active duty service members transferring between school districts and states. Most military children will attend six to nine different school systems from kindergarten to 12th grade during their education. The Compact allows for the uniform treatment of military children when dealing with issues of enrollment, eligibility, placement, and graduation when transferring schools.
This video discusses the work and components in the compact. (Please Click Image below, you will be taken to another site.)
Next, take time to familiarize yourself with the details of the Interstate Compact by viewing the slides below developed by the MIC3 that outlines what is included in the Compact and what is not.
Think
How does the Interstate Children's Compact impact students at your site?
Arizona's Compact Language
Arizona was one of the original eleven members of the Interstate Compact. Each member state enacted laws with various modifications to each state's education needs.
AZ MIC3 Statute Language MIC3 Compact Rules
You will find information about Arizona's Military Interstate Children's Compact Commission on the MIC3 website. The meetings of the Commission are open to the public. Meeting agendas, materials, minutes, and the Livestream meeting link are posted on the Meeting Materials link found on the Commission's page. You will also find the names of the members and many of the same resources we have included in this course.
Further information about the work of the MIC3 can be found on the MIC3 website, including how each state has adopted and adapted the work for their state. This can be important for educators to understand as families transition from and to Arizona from other states.
Districts and schools are encouraged to educate school personnel who assist with the transition of military students in and out of school on the Compact rules and regulations. Training (in-person and virtual) is available on request, at no cost, by MIC3. Monthly virtual Compact 101 training webinars are also available. The Commission also offers free resources, toolkits, and other materials to build awareness on the Compact.
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What stood out to you in the compact?
Additional Resources:
These resources are informational documents that can be given to parents and community members, used for professional development, and/or provided as part of a student's enrollment packet as general information.
