Surf City Middle School

Surf City Elementary School and Surf City Middle School proudly kicked off April: Month of the Military Child with a spirited parade celebrating the strength, resilience, and sacrifices of students from military families.
Students, staff, and community members lined the campus walkways to show their support for military-connected children. The parade brought together both schools in a celebration of pride, gratitude, and community as students cheered and recognized the important role military families play in our community.
Leading the parade was the THS Coast Guard JROTC, whose cadets marched with pride and helped set the tone for a meaningful and inspiring event. Their leadership helped highlight the strong connection between our schools and the military community that supports and protects our nation.
Surf City Schools extends a special thank you to Master Chief Brown and the Coast Guard JROTC for their leadership and partnership in honoring our military-connected students. Their presence helped make the event memorable and meaningful for everyone involved.
April’s Month of the Military Child serves as an opportunity for schools and communities to recognize the unique challenges military children face—from frequent moves to long deployments of loved ones—while celebrating their resilience, adaptability, and strength.
Throughout the month, Surf City Elementary and Surf City Middle School will continue to recognize and celebrate military-connected students through special activities and schoolwide events. These efforts reflect the schools’ ongoing commitment to supporting military families and ensuring every student feels seen, valued, and celebrated.
The kickoff parade was a powerful reminder that the Surf City school community stands proudly behind its military children—not just in April, but every day of the year.