April is the Month of Military Child
Each April, we celebrate the Month of the Military Child, where we recognize the strength & sacrifices our NTPS military-connected students make by being a part of a military family. Why Purple? Purple demonstrates that all branches of the military are supported as it is the combined color of Army Green, Marine Red, and Air Force, Coast Guard, Navy, & Space Force Blue.
Military Coin Seek & Search April 7–30, 2025
Think like a soldier while reflecting and honoring our military by finding the coveted NTPS Military Appreciation Coin!
Where do I find them?
Coins are located around all NTPS schools, in clearly visible and easily accessible areas. Please remember: visitors may only search for coins when school is not in session. Please do not climb on or disturb school property.
What do they look like?
Coins are ceramic and include the district logo on one side.
2025 Virtual Art Wall
Student artists submitted their own art based on the theme: Military Children: Brave, Fearless, and Resilient.
Order Purple Up! Spirit Wear
Show our military-connected students your support by ordering Month of the Military Child spirit wear! Thank you for supporting our military-connected students by wearing purple every Friday in April!
The online store will be open for orders from February 10–March 7, 2025. Shirts range from $15–20 and hoodies are $25–25 and are available in youth and adult sizes.
The online store is now closed!
Orders can be picked up at Envision Career Academy from March 24–28, 2025 between 7:00 am–3:00 pm or pay an extra fee for shipping.
Purple Up for Military Kids!
Contact Us
Military Support Liaison
Katie Linfoot
militarysupport@nthurston.k12.wa.us
360-412-4407
Director of Student Achievement
Stephanie Weinheimer
360-412-4891
JBLM School Liaison Officer
Antoinette Walker
253-967-7195
(Help on non-school days)