May 2026
May 2026
Issue 161
ECC News and Important Information
- Spring 2026 ends on May 15th! Congratulations to our MAY Graduates!
- SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society induction ceremony for our 6 students will take place on Tuesday, May 5th at Noon in the JOBE Lounge in Building B.
- Payment Due Date for Summer-2026 classes will be May 19th, 2026, before 7:00 pm
Please Note:
You must complete the on-line enrollment verification directly to the VA to confirm that you are still enrolled in classes! If a student fails to verify their attendance for two consecutive months, then the VA will withhold their housing allowance until the verification has been completed. The VA contact number: 1-888-442-4551 or 1-888-GIBILL-1
National Military Appreciation Month (NMAM)
Observed every May 1st to May 31st to honor and recognized their service, sacrifices, and contributions of U.S. military members, veterans, and their families. This is a declaration that encourages U.S. citizens to observe the month as a symbol of unity. NMAM honors current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces, including those who have died in the pursuit of freedom. May is characterized by six national observances highlighting the contributions of those who have served.
The Military Caregiver
Observed in May each year to honor more than five million caregivers in the United States. Paying tribute to the people who care for more than two million veterans is an important part of supporting troops and military families. But for some, it’s also about recognizing the work they do that qualifies them as caregivers even if they don’t think of themselves that way.
Thank You for your sacrifices!
National Military Spouse Appreciation Day
On May 8,we honor the contributions and sacrifices made by military spouses. Their commitment and support help to keep our country safe. America’s military spouses are the backbone of the families who support our troops during mission, deployment, reintegration, and reset. Military spouses are silent heroes who are essential to the nation’s strength, and they serve our country just like their loved ones.
Military Connected Observances and Events
May is observed as national military appreciation month and the military caregiver month
- 1 May - Loyalty Day
- 1 May - National Day of Prayer observed
- 4 May - Fallen Firefighters Day observed
- 4 May - PSRW - Public Service Recognition Week (May 4 to May 10)
- 5 May - ECC induction ceremony for S.A.L.U.T.E. Veterans National Honor Society for 6 student veterans
- 6 May - National Nurses Week (May 4 to May 12)
- 8 May - Victory n Europe or VE Day observed
- 8 May - National Military Spouse Appreciation Day observed
- 10 May - Mother's Day is celebrated
- 13 May - Children of Fallen Patriots Day observed
- 15 May - Peace Officers Memorial Day recognized
- 16 May - Armed Forces Day recognized
- 19 May - Payment Due Date for Summer 2026 classes at ECC
- 25 May - Memorial Day is observed (Federal Holiday)
Join an Organizaion
Edgewater Veterans Club
Meets on the 1st Wednesday at 7 pm
Contact: Tom Johnson
Email: tcjohnson1968@sbcglobal.net
Elgin Post 57– American Legion
Contact: Jason Shanahan, Asst. Adjutant
Phone: (847) 741-2358
Email: alelginpost57@yahoo.com
American Legion Auxiliary District 11 Board
Contact: Rebecca Larsen
Phone: (224) 201-9263
Email: beckyleemo12@gmail.com
HINES Hospital
Contact: Matthew Santos
Phone: (708) 990-9723
Lee Barrett Memorial AMVETS Post 202 Elgin
Meets on the 1st Monday at the American Legion Hall
820 North Liberty Street
Elgin, IL 60120
VFW Post 1307 Elgin
Contact: Bob Getz
Phone: (630) 777-8574
VAC-Veterans Assistance Commission
Contact: Jake Zimmerman, Superintendent
Phone: (630) 232-3550
719 South Batavia Ave., Building A
Geneva, IL 60134
VITAL Outreach Program
Contact: Krystal L. Gilewski, LCSW
Phone: (708) 202-4893
Support Over Stigma
Contact: Zoeie Kreiner
Phone: (630) 488-7842
Print Page
Documents
- Veteran and Military Benefit Activation Form - PDF
- Military Spouse and Family Educational Assistance Programs
- 2025 October Veterans Newsletter - PDF
If you require an accessible version of this newsletter, please contact webservices@elgin.edu.
Military Friendly School
Contact
Veteran Resource Center
Building F, Room F201
847-214-7531
veteranservices@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8 am to 7:00 pm
Friday: 8 am to 3:30 pm
Contact
Veteran Services Coordinator
Anitra King
Building F, Room F207
847-214-7531
aking@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Thursday: 9:30 am to 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Contact
School Certifying Official (SCO)
Valeria Garza Cordero
Building B, Room B156
847-214-7520
vgarzacordero@elgin.edu
Hours
Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm