<body><div>BALL, La. (KALB) - Veterans Day is near, and Paradise Elementary School held a ceremony on November 9 for local veterans and families. During the ceremony, the school received a Purple Star Designation, thanks to its involvement with military students and families from Camp Beauregard.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0RbjFW_1GvV8B2c00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0RbjFW_1GvV8B2c00" width="1300" height="730" ><figcaption>(KALB)</figcaption></figure>Military children attend a school for up to two to three years before having to move to a different one. Parents know how difficult this can be for them, and the school has stepped up to show their support for students.Principal Sherith Dardar said the proximity of Camp Beauregard helps the school recognize the transitions and changes students endure.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3PS2Mo_1GvV8B2c00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3PS2Mo_1GvV8B2c00" width="1300" height="730" ><figcaption>(KALB)</figcaption></figure>Students also had the chance to ask and answer questions that pertained to the country’s history and involvement with the United States Armed Forces. Speakers at the event hoped the information they gave students would inspire them to join the military once they’re older.The changes that occur can be a lot for students as they settle in and find a sense of community. An extra hand gives the support that they’re probably missing.<figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3Q5PQj_1GvV8B2c00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3Q5PQj_1GvV8B2c00" width="1300" height="730" ><figcaption>(KALB)</figcaption></figure>“The school has programs, mental health programs, transition programs, to make sure the kids feel wanted and welcomed at the school,” said Col. Charlton Meginley, Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Veteran Affairs. “That they feel part of the community instantly.”Paradise Elementary is the first school in Rapides Parish to receive a Purple Star designation. The school is prepared to commit to students and families from Camp Beauregard for any future changes to occur.</div></body>

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BALL, La. (KALB) - Veterans Day is near, and Paradise Elementary School held a ceremony on November 9 for local veterans and families. During the ceremony, the school received a Purple Star Designation, thanks to its involvement with military students and families from Camp Beauregard. Military children attend a school...

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