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New Web site for military youth

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DoD has launched a new Web site, Military Youth on the Move,  at http://apps.mhf.dod.mil/myom to replace Military Teens on the Move. This site a  resource for youths  with creative ways to cope with issues  in the face of a move, such as transitioning to a new school, saying goodbye to friends, and getting involved in a new community.

Each page contains age-specific advice on a given topic, answers to common questions, and helpful links for additional information and guidance. The site is filled with bright colors, photographs, and quotes from other youth to make the site friendly and engaging.

The Web site is divided into three target audiences: elementary school, middle school, and high school. Users simply click on their age group to get started. Once inside the site, users search different topics that pertain to both military youth in particular and youth in general. For example, within the elementary school section, youth can find helpful information about topics as general as bullying and divorce, and as specific to military youth as how to keep in touch with friends or start over at a new school or location after a military move. High school teens can also find topics tailored to their needs such as preparing for life after high school, opening a bank account, and writing a resume.