High Schools on Military Bases?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior with a military parent, and I'm just curious, are there any high schools located directly on military bases? I can't imagine I'm the only one curious, given how many of us have to move around.

Yes, there are indeed high schools that are located directly on military bases. These schools are operated by the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), and they can be found on U.S. military bases both within the United States and overseas.

These high schools, known as Department of Defense Dependents Schools (DoDDS) in overseas locations, and as Department of Defense Domestic Dependent Elementary and Secondary Schools (DDESS) in the U.S., aim to serve the educational needs of military dependents. Examples include Lejeune High School on Camp Lejeune in North Carolina and Ramstein High School on Ramstein Air Base in Germany.

It's important to note that each military base high school can have varying curriculum standards. While the schools aim to provide a comprehensive United States-based curriculum, they also need to accommodate transient populations with varying educational backgrounds.

Just a heads up, make sure to get a transcript of your grades and accomplishments whenever you move, as you'll need a full academic record when applying for colleges. Also, college admissions officers understand the unique challenges faced by students of military families, so it's important to highlight your experience in your applications if you feel comfortable doing so.

For example, you might have had the opportunity to live in multiple places and experience different cultures, which could be an interesting topic for an application essay. This experience demonstrates adaptability, resilience, and the ability to interact with diverse communities.