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DoDEA operates 161 schools in 9 Districts located in 11 foreign countries, 7 states, and 2 territories across 10 time zones.

There are nearly 900,000 military connected children of all ages worldwide, of which more than 67,000 are enrolled in DoDEA schools and served by more than 14,000 employees.

All schools within DoDEA are fully accredited by U.S. accreditation agencies.

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Message from Dr. Narvaez to all parents

In light of the President’s recent Executive Orders titled "Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government" and “Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling,” DoDEA is conducting an operational compliance review to ensure alignment with the Executive Orders.

Jennifer Hegseth, spouse of the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, was joined by Angela Abernathy, spouse of Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Abernathy, U.S. European Command senior enlisted leader, and Amy Fulford, spouse of Lt. Gen. Robert Fulford, deputy commander of U.S. European Command on a tour of three DoDEA schools in Europe.

Jennifer Rauchet Hegseth visits DoDEA Europe schools

Jennifer Rauchet Hegseth, spouse of the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, was joined by Angela Abernathy, spouse of Command Sgt. Maj. Robert Abernathy, U.S. European Command senior enlisted leader, and Amy Fulford, spouse of Lt. Gen. Robert Fulford, deputy commander of U.S. European Command on a tour of three DoDEA schools in Europe: Patch Elementary, Brussels Unit School, and SHAPE Elementary. They were accompanied by DoDEA Director Dr. Beth Schiavino-Narvaez and DoDEA Europe Director for Student Excellence Dr. Michelle Howard-Brahaney.

Educator of Promise

Nominations for the Educator of Promise Award will be accepted until March 28, 2025.

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Dr. Ellen Harney, Instructional Systems Specialist for Science PK-5.

Dr. Ellen Harney Instructional Systems Specialist (Science PK-5)

Dr. Jacob Sherwood, Pacific West District Superintendent, is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Ellen Harney as Instructional Systems Specialist for Science PK-5.

Dr. Ebony Freemon, SPED AP at Humphreys West and Central Elementary Schools

Dr. Ebony Freemon Selected as SPED AP at Humphreys West & Central Schools

Dr. Jacob Sherwood, Pacific West District Superintendent, is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Ebony Freemon as Special Education (SPED) Assistant Principal at Humphreys West and Central Elementary Schools.

Mrs. Julissa Rivera Instructional Systems Specialist, PK-12 Content

Dr. Jacob Sherwood, Pacific West District Superintendent, is pleased to announce the selection of Julissa Rivera as Instructional Systems Specialist for PK-12 Content.

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Jaime Romero named Principal of Fort Campbell High School

Hugh McKinnon, Fort Campbell Community Superintendent, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jamie Romero as the new principal of Fort Campbell High School. Romero brings a wealth of experience and a proven history of educational leadership to th...

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Music in Our Schools Month

DoDEA joins the National Association for Music Education and schools across the nation in celebrating Music in Our Schools Month (MIOSM) in March. The purpose of recognizing MIOSM in DoDEA is to highlight and advocate for music programs in our schools.

National Reading Month

DoDEA joins the National Education Association and schools across the nation in celebrating Read Across America on March 2nd and all year long to help motivate kids to read, bring the joys of reading to students of all ages, and make all children feel valued and welcome.

Educator of Promise

Nominations for the Educator of Promise Award will be accepted until March 28, 2025.

Love Teaching Week

DoDEA teachers share why they love to teach in honor of #LoveTeaching Week Feb. 14-21 — a campaign that celebrates teaching, leading, and learning in a way that unites and invigorates educators and those they inspire all around the world.

National School Counseling Week

National School Counseling Week will be celebrated February 3-7, 2025, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems.

CTE Month - Celebrate today, own tomorrow!

DoDEA Career and Technical Education Month

DoDEA celebrates CTE Month every February as a reminder to students that Career and Technical Education programs are available to all those who want to pursue a college education; enlist in the military; or enter directly into the workforce.

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Sigonella MHS students take on Paper Tower Challenge with Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Sigonella Middle High School students collaborate with Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, ADM Christopher Grady, during the Paper Tower Challenge on Dec. 12, 2024. The STEM activity encouraged teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving, while providing mentorship and leadership support for the students.

UK Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) required for US travelers

U.S. citizens traveling to the United Kingdom will need an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) if they do not have a UK visa or legal residency in the UK or the Republic of Ireland.

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