The authors assess school leaders awareness and perception of Department of Defense youth programs, the ways such programs build connections with communities, and the extent to which these programs help bridge the civilian-military divide.
In considering whether Department of Defense youth programs help bridge the civilian-military divide, the authors survey school leaders to gauge their awareness and perceptions of these programs; review curricula to understand how they support students development of civics, leadership, and service knowledge; and conduct analyses on the influence of these programs on military applications and accessions.
