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Student Transition Program (Inbound & Outbound)

Student Ambassadors

Student Ambassadors/Tour Guides

At our school, military-connected students are at the heart of all we do.

Whether you are inbound or outbound, know that our Student Transition Program is here to support students during these times of transition.

Part of the Pacific Region’s Student Transition Program, our program includes:

  • Welcome Aboard sessions
  • Student Ambassador tours and lunch buddies
  • Cultural experiences and trips
  • Social/emotional support
  • And much more!

Killin ES Family Events
 

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New Student Tours
 

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Counselors and ambassadors greet new families on their first day at E.C. Killin for a school tour and welcome gift, followed by a one-on-one meeting with their teacher.

The Gecko Way
 

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The counselors and ambassadors at E.C. Killin Elementary support arriving and departing students through a smooth transition process known as the Gecko Way.

Welcome and Well Wishes
 

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Counselors’ check-in on incoming and departing students to address their feelings and attitudes for making a smooth transition.

Meeting & Event Schedule

When we meet

Hail and Farewell Luncheons are held quarterly on Fridays in the ECK Cafeteria during their grade level lunch period. During this time, new/departing students spend time together to give and receive advice. 

Activity schedule

  1. New Gecko Families: Ice Cream Social
    1. Date: August 15, 2025
    2. Time: 3:15pm - 4:15pm
    3. Location: ECK Cafeteria.
  2. New Gecko Families: End of Year Game Night
    1. Date: May 15, 2025
    2. Time: 3:45pm - 4:45pm
    3. Location: ECK Gym

 

The Killin ES Student Transition Program counselors and ambassadors assist newly arriving elementary school students with finding community within their new school. Learn more about the Pacific Region’s Student Transition program

Contact the Killin ES STP Coordinator:
Christa Leggio - christa.leggio@dodea.edu
Madeline O'Brien - madeline.obrien@dodea.edu 

Learn more about the DoDEA Pacific region's Student Transition Program

Pacific Student Transition Program

Killin ES

E. C. Killin ES
OPC 557 Box 64
FPO, AP 96371-9001
United States

Main Office

098-970-7760
DSN: 315-634-7760

Registrar

098-970-7760

Attendance

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