HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah -- In a June 10 ceremony, hosted by Weber School District at Roy High School, Utah recognized 33 new Purple Star Schools for their commitment to supporting military-connected students and families. With these additions, the state now boasts a total of 101 Purple Star Schools—an impressive 49% increase from 2024 to 2025.
Purple Star Schools provide crucial resources for military families, including a student-led transition program, participation in annual Military Interstate Children’s Compact training, and at least two military-oriented events per year, as well as other recognition of military-connected students throughout the school year. The newly recognized schools represent districts across the state, including Davis, Weber, Alpine, and charter schools.
The event was presided over by Ben Rasmussen, Utah’s State MIC3 commissioner, alongside distinguished guests such as Hill AFB's Col. Andrew Miller, 75th Mission Support Group commander, Mike Miller of the Utah State Military Connected Family Coalition, members of the Utah State Board of Education, school district superintendents, and other faculty members.
Each new Purple Star School received a commemorative plaque, signifying its dedication to serving military families and easing school transitions for students with military backgrounds.
For more information about Utah’s Purple Star Schools and their impact on military-connected students, visit https://schools.utah.gov/policy/purplestarschools website or the Hill Air Force Base School liaison program managers at School Liaison Program.