"Connecting Families, Schools, and the Luke Community."
Luke AFB School Liaison is available to assist military and civilian
families with questions or issues concerning public and charter schools.
As military
parents of school age children are aware, there are unique challenges
military children experience during transitioning to a new school. The
main goals of the School Liaison are to identify barriers to academic
success and develop solutions, provide parents the tools they need to
overcome educational obstacles, and develop a partnership with the local
school districts servicing military and civilian students. The role of
the School Liaison at Luke Air Force Base is to assist families ensure
their children receive the best possible education regardless of where
they attend school.
School Liaison Services Include:
Assist parents in locating schools in the local area
Maintain resources available to assist parents understand the
policies and procedures of local school systems surrounding Luke AFB
Make school referrals as appropriate
Assist families solve educational challenges that may occur
For more information please contact the School Liaison at
623-856-6378 or schoolliaison@luke.af.mil
School Information
Frequently Asked Questions:
Where do children in on base housing attend school?
If I live off base, how can I find out which school my child will attend and
how can I research local schools ?
Can I choose which school district my child will attend?
At what age can my child start school in Arizona?
What information will I need to enroll my child in school?
What are the course requirements for graduation?
What are the Standards of Learning tests?
Where can I find information on the process for transitioning a special
needs child?
What are the state procedures for home schooling?
What schooling choices are available for my child?
Helpful links and other information
Arizona Department of Education
Federal Impact Aid Funding
Military Child Education Coalition
School Quest
Great schools
Student Online Achievement Resources (SOAR)
Scholarships for Spouses & Dependents
School Age Handbook
National Military Family Association
http://militaryk12partners.dodea.edu/index.html
Parents Online Workshops: Parent Involvement Online Workshop and Preparing for College Online Workshop
Please note: Links provided within the online workshops are for information only and will not forward to those external pages.
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