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# DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna celebrates Month of the Military Child

By Diana DawaDLA Distribution Public Affairs

Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna, Child Development Center wrapped up a month of activities in celebration of April’s Month of the Military Child.

                Artwork celebrating military children adorn the walls of the Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna’s Child Development Center in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The CDC celebrated April’s Month of the Military Child, holding various activities throughout the month. Photo by Diana Dawa, DLA Distribution Public Affairs.                            DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna celebrates Month of the Military Child                            Artwork celebrating military children adorn the walls of the Defense Logistics Agency Installation Management at Susquehanna’s Child Development Center in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The CDC celebrated April’s Month of the Military Child, holding various activities throughout the month. Photo by Diana Dawa, DLA Distribution Public Affairs.            SHARE IMAGE:Download ImageImage DetailsPhoto By: Diana Dawa, DLA Distribution Public AffairsVIRIN: 230403-D-WD427-2064According to the Defense Department there are more than 1.6 million military children who face many challenges and unique experiences as a result of their parents' service. Military families move, on average, every two to three years, impacting military children through changing schools and support networks. 

The Month of the Military Child recognizes and celebrates the sacrifices military children make for their families.

The CDC kicked off the month-long festivities with an opening ceremony with a pledge of allegiance by the students who also participated in a parade.                 The Dandelion Poem represents military children who face many challenges and unique experiences as a result of their parents' service.                            DLA Installation Management at Susquehanna celebrates Month of the Military Child                            The Dandelion Poem represents military children who face many challenges and unique experiences as a result of their parents' service.            SHARE IMAGE:Download ImageImage DetailsPhoto By: Diana Dawa, DLA Distribution Public AffairsVIRIN: 230502-D-WD427-0101

Other celebratory events held during the month included an egg drop day, purple up day for military kids, fire truck and librarian visits, family Friday and a tea party.

A parent’s night out concluded the month-long activities.

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