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For Schools, Youth Programs, Clubs, Teams & Community Groups

The Military Child World Expo welcomes student groups from across the region, across the country, and across the globe. Whether you are a school, a youth center, a homeschool network, a JROTC unit, a recreation program, or a community organization, your group is invited to be part of this movement.

 

This is not a standard field trip.  This is an experience of identity, belonging, cultural expression, creativity, and youth leadership.

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Group Admission

  • Students under 18: Free Admission

  • Adult Chaperones / Staff: $6 Admission

  • Registration is required for all groups to ensure a safe and meaningful experience.

 

No group is too small. No community is too far. Belonging lives here.

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What Groups Will Experience

  • Your group will take part in:

  • The Promise of the Six Pavilion, a youth-centered cultural reflection space

  • Identity & Belonging Creative Labs (guided stations)

  • The Sneaker Dripping™ Innovation & Design Gallery

  • Live Performances & Cultural Showcases

  • The Youth Marketplace (youth-owned brands + entrepreneurship)

  • Reflection Lounge & Care Circles

 

This experience is interactive, expressive, and meaningful, not passive observation.

Group Coordination Support

To make your logistics easy and smooth, we provide a complete packet that includes:

1. Document

  • Parent/Guardian Permission Slip

Purpose

  • Consent for participation & travel

 

2. Document

  • Chaperone Guidance Sheet

Purpose

  • Expectations, roles, & support practices

 

3. Document

  • Student Code of Respect

Purpose

  • Cultural tone & behavior grounding

 

4. Document

  • Group Attendance Roster Template

Purpose

  • Check-in & safety coordination

 

5. Document

  • Pre-Visit Classroom Conversation Guide

Purpose

  • Helps students prepare emotionally & culturally

 

6. Document

  • Optional Bus & Drop-Off Map

Purpose

  • For schools using district or charter transport

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All forms are available in:
English • Spanish • Digital Fillable Version

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[ Download Group Packet ]

Recommended Group Size

Recommended Group Size

Ideal: 12–60 students

 

1 adult chaperone per 10 students (minimum)

 

Larger groups may:

  • Be scheduled in waves

  • Have a customized movement schedule

  • Request an on-site group welcome guide

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How To Register A Group

  1. Submit the Group Interest Form

  2. Receive your Group Packet & Schedule Window

  3. Return your Roster + Permission Forms

  4. Check in at the Group Welcome Desk at the Expo

 

[ Register a Group ] [ Request a Planning Call ]

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Pre-Visit Classroom Reflection

  1. Before attending, groups are encouraged to discuss:

  2. What does belonging mean to you?

  3. What does it feel like to arrive somewhere new?

  4. How do we welcome others into our space?

  5. How do we care for ourselves and one another while we explore?

  6. This prepares students to enter the Pavilion with empathy, presence, and purpose.

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Accessibility & Support

​We welcome:

  • Neurodiverse learners

  • Students with disabilities

  • English language learners

  • Youth caregivers

  • Students experiencing emotional load or transition-related stress

  • Quiet zones, sensory maps, and reflection spaces are available throughout the Pavilion.

 

[ Request Accessibility Accommodations ]

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When students are given space to see themselves, they also learn to see one another.


Welcome to the Home of the Military Child.

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The Military Child World Expo (MCWE 2026) is a mission-driven, nonprofit educational initiative dedicated to supporting the entire military-connected community, including active duty, National Guard, Reserve, veterans, retirees, Department of Defense/War, civilians, and their families.
 

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Contacts

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2461 Eisenhower Avenue

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

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Phone: 703-646-8410

Email: info@themilitarychildworldexpo.com

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Open To The Public

Family Friendly Activities

Entry: Free For 18 years & Under

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