A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF MILITARY FAMILIES WHEREAS, more than 9,000 Arkansans exhibit profound courage and selflessness by serving in the armed forces; and WHEREAS, more than 3,500 military children attend public school in the State of Arkansas; and WHEREAS, approximately 300 military families live and work in the Bryant School District area; and  WHEREAS, over 400 military children attend school in the Bryant School District; and  WHEREAS, military children face unique challenges related to military transitions and parental deployment; and  WHEREAS, military children and their families serve as an essential source of support and encouragement for armed service members; and  WHEREAS, military children should be acknowledged for the sacrifices they make and celebrated for the courage they display as the children of our nation’s armed service members;  WHEREAS, the Bryant School is committed to meeting the unique needs of all students, especially those of military youth.  NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Bryant School District Board of Education recognizes and salutes military children and expresses its support for military children and families.  BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Bryant School District will make every effort to connect military families with the resources they need.  PASSED ON THIS 14th DAY OF DECEMBER, 2023