Arizona Purple Star School
Honoring Our Commitment to Military Families
Honoring Our Commitment to Military Families
The Arizona Purple Star School Designation is a prestigious recognition awarded to schools that demonstrate a commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families. This designation highlights schools that go above and beyond to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children of active-duty service members, veterans, and reservists.
Estrella High School is proud to have earned this distinction, reflecting our dedication to honoring the unique challenges and sacrifices of military families.
Military-connected students face unique challenges including:
Moving to new schools and communities multiple times during their education
Coping with parental deployments and extended absences
Adjusting to different curricula, schedules, and school systems
Building new friendships and connections with each move
To earn the Purple Star designation, Estrella High School has implemented specific support systems and resources:
A designated staff member serves as the point of contact for military families, providing guidance and support throughout enrollment and beyond.
We've created a simplified enrollment process for military-connected students, making transitions as smooth as possible. Learn more on our Military Families page.
Our staff receives ongoing training to understand and address the unique needs of military-connected students.
We offer personalized academic planning, credit transfer assistance, and flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of military families.
Access to counseling services, peer support groups, and community connections to help students and families thrive.
We are honored to serve military families and remain committed to providing the support and resources they deserve.