Military Families
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LCS Supports Military Families
“... The highest obligation and privilege of citizenship is that of bearing arms
for one’s country.”
-GEORGE PATTON
Recognizing the average military child will attend six to nine schools during k–12 grade, Liberty Common School hopes to serve military families and make the transition into a new school as seamless as possible for both the student and family. We offer strong academic-support teams, academic advising, school counseling, and a classical, virtue-driven education.
Whether parents are active duty, National Guard, or serve in the Reserves, Liberty Common is dedicated to helping families build community and acquire the skills to help students adjust and thrive to a new school and the absence of a deployed parent.
Our goal is to serve and support military families serving our nation. Whether it’s helping students transfer in coursework from another school or offering academic planning and academic-support services to overcome the challenges of moving between schools, Liberty Common is equipped to welcome military-connected students and families.
Through our unique House System of student government, athletics, fine arts, and co-curriculars, LCS is ready and willing to help military families, and their students connect, create, and cultivate a lifelong love of learning.
Photo courtesy of the Rocky Mountain Young Marines which meets at Liberty Common School. Liberty supports the Young Marines as part of a school-wide strategy to foster leadership, character development, patriotic respect, and civic support for American warfighters from every branch and generation.
How We Support Military Families
Smooth Transitions & Enrollment
- Dedicated school Military Liaison to assist with enrollment, record transfers, and credit reciprocity
- Campus tours, orientation, and help integrating into the school’s student-life programs
- Quick assessment and placement to address potential gaps from prior schools
Academic Excellence
- Strong academic-support team (special-education professionals) and individualized-academic advising
- Rigorous classical curriculum with proven results including advanced courses and college preparation
- Flexible policies for absences related to deployments or moves
Social-Emotional & Wellbeing Support
- Integrated virtue-education and character development
- Opportunities to connect through student life, athletics, and clubs
- Community events honoring military service
Community & Resources
- Partnerships and resources tailored for military families
- Access to health services, student-life programs, and a supportive school community
- LCHS Military Information Guide available for high-school students and families
Additional Resources for Military Families:
LCS Military Liaison
Mrs. Bev Hanawalt
Senior Director of Operations
Phone: (970) 658-1997
Email: bhanawalt@libertycommon.org
Last updated: May 2026
Liaison's Duties:
- Serves as the main point of contact between the school and military-connected students and their families.
- Identifies and tracks military-connected students.
- Assists in developing and coordinating appropriate services and programs relevant to military-connected students.