Misawa AB Celebrates Month of the Military Child

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  • By Senior Airman Andre Medina
  • 35th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Navy Capt. Jeremy N. Lyon, Naval Air Facility Misawa commanding officer, presents a certificate of appreciation to a Sollars Elementary School teacher during the Month of the Military Child proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026.

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U.S. Navy Capt. Jeremy N. Lyon, Naval Air Facility Misawa commanding officer, presents a certificate of appreciation to a Sollars Elementary School teacher during the Month of the Military Child proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The ceremony recognized the vital role educators play in supporting military children, helping them navigate constant change while strengthening the resilience of the military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)
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U.S. Navy Capt. Jeremy N. Lyon, Naval Air Facility Misawa commanding officer, presents a certificate of appreciation to a Sollars Elementary School teacher during the Month of the Military Child proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026.

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U.S. Navy Capt. Jeremy N. Lyon, Naval Air Facility Misawa commanding officer, presents a certificate of appreciation to a Sollars Elementary School teacher during the Month of the Military Child proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The ceremony recognized the vital role educators play in supporting military children, helping them navigate constant change while strengthening the resilience of the military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Hoyt, right, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and Chief Master Sgt. David Najera, 35th Fighter Wing command chief, sign a proclamation to honor the Month of the Military Child at Misawa Air Base

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U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Hoyt, right, 35th Fighter Wing deputy commander, and Chief Master Sgt. David Najera, 35th Fighter Wing command chief, sign a proclamation to honor the Month of the Military Child at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The proclamation recognized military children for their resilience and adaptability while highlighting their role within the military community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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35th Fighter Wing and Naval Air Facility Misawa leadership present a certificate of appreciation to Sollars Elementary School children during the Month of the Military Child proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base

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35th Fighter Wing and Naval Air Facility Misawa leadership present a certificate of appreciation to Sollars Elementary School children during the Month of the Military Child proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The ceremony celebrated military children for their resilience and strength, recognizing their ability to thrive through constant change while supporting their families every step of the way. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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35th Fighter Wing and Naval Air Facility Misawa leadership present a certificate of appreciation to Sollars Elementary School children during the Month of the Military proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026.

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35th Fighter Wing and Naval Air Facility Misawa leadership present a certificate of appreciation to Sollars Elementary School children during the Month of the Military proclamation ceremony at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The ceremony celebrated military children for their resilience and strength, recognizing their ability to thrive through constant change while supporting their families every step of the way. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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Sollars Elementary School children pose for a photo during the Month of the Military Child proclamation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026.

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Sollars Elementary School children pose for a photo during the Month of the Military Child proclamation at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The event brought together military families, educators and installation leadership to engage with children across the base while supporting a connected community and reinforcing the role of family support in overall readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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A purple flag is displayed at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026.

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A purple flag is displayed at Misawa Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2026. The color purple represents all branches of the military, combining their colors to recognize military children and highlight their connection to the force and the role of family support in sustaining readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Andre Medina)

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