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Counting down to Month of the Military Child

Published: March 24, 2025
In April we celebrate Month of the Military Child – a time to recognise and celebrate the important role families, children and young people make in their schools and communities.
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Transitions Sub-Group Workshop

Published: March 17, 2025
The Scottish Armed Forces Education Support Sub-Group held a workshop in February for educators and third sector organisations who work with military families.
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Unwavering support for our Armed Forces Women

Published: March 8, 2025
Forces Children’s Education celebrates International Women’s Day and military women. This year we highlight Carolyn MacLeod MBE, who drives support for Armed Forces families in Scotland
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One year on: Veterans Cards go digital

Published: January 23, 2025
It’s been one year since the launch of the UK Veteran Card and more than 250,000 people have applied. Now a digital version of the card is set for release, offering former Service personnel a more convenient way to prove their status and access support services
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A guide for Month of the Military Child

Published: January 9, 2025
This short guide provides tips and suggestions for engaging young people and raising awareness of Month of the Military Child
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Our festive message: A thank you to all

Published: December 23, 2024
Festive greetings to all our families and educators and best wishes for the new year
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
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Dandelion Project winter newsletter published

Published: December 19, 2024
The winter edition of the Dandelion Project Moray newsletter is now available to read, with information on the new resources’ hub for Armed Forces families.
The front cover for the Dandelion Project Moray Newsletter Winter 2024, featuring a girl in a red jacket holding a poppy flower towards the camera. Short snippets of information are included on the cover about what's inside. Image courtesy of Moray Council's Dandelion Project.
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Army families: share your views

Published: November 29, 2024
The Army Families Federation’s survey runs until 6 December and is open to all Service personnel, Reservists and their spouses and partners with children under five.
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Paying tribute to our Armed Forces

Published: November 7, 2024
We honour and give thanks to those who have served our country on Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day
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A remembrance guide for children

Published: November 1, 2024
This short informative guide provides advice and suggestions for explaining remembrance to children and young people
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