Kentucky Community
Race, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion June 16, 2020 Challenging every DoDEA employee to be courageous, persistent and effective in confronting and resolving racial and cultural issues that impact everyone but disproportionately impact the academic and social emotional success of students of color.
End of Year Message for DoDEA Families June 10, 2020 As we reach the end of the school year, I hope that you, your children, and all your loved ones are safe and healthy.
Welcome from the Community Superintendent, KY Community
Youlanda Cumings Washington is the Kentucky Community Superintendent, responsible for the Fort Campbell and Fort Knox Schools. Dr. Washington, a graduate of Fort Knox High School, counts it an honor and a privilege to serve the military-connected students, parents and staff of the Kentucky Community Schools at Fort Campbell and Ft Knox.
Dr. Washington’s education includes a Bachelor of Science degree, a Master’s of Arts and a Rank I from Western Kentucky University. In 2002, she earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from University of Louisville. In 2004, she was awarded the Morphet Dissertation Award for the Outstanding Dissertation of the Year. Dr. Washington’s dissertation, titled “Women in School Leadership: A Study of Female Superintendents in Kentucky,” focused on the role of a superintendent and the role of women in leadership.
Dr. Washington began her career as a sixth grade teacher at Macdonald Middle School, where she taught for 16 years and served as the speech and debate coach. In 1992, she became principal of Pierce Elementary School at Fort Knox. In 2003, she was selected by the Kentucky Department of Education to serve in the Kentucky Minority Superintendent Internship program as an assistant superintendent in Oldham County Schools, Buckner, Kentucky. Dr. Washington returned to Fort Knox in 2004 as the principal of Macdonald Intermediate School. In 2013, she was transferred to Scott Middle School, where she served as principal.
In addition to [43-?] years of experience as a teacher and administrator, Dr. Washington has several publications to her credit. She has authored several articles related to quality management and quality leadership and produced educational videos focused on cooperative learning. Her publications have been presented at the American Educational Research Association (AREA) conferences and published in the Journal of Women in Educational Leadership.
Dr. Washington is married to Joe I. Washington, Jr. They have two sons and one daughter-in-law, Joe (Tisha) and Kevin, and three grandchildren. She enjoys writing and, in addition to her educational publications, has authored several books.
Renewal Agreement Travel (RAT)
There is an exemption to the current travel restrictions for our employees executing Renewal Agreement Travel (RAT)
DoDEA Summer Learning Program
This website provides grades K-8 students and parents educational resources to bridge learning between the current and upcoming school years.
Recent News
New locker room awaits Fort Knox Football
May 08, 2020
The football locker room has undergone a transformation that was long overdue. Read More
Fort Knox Middle High School adjusts Class of 2020 graduation plans to fit the times
May 08, 2020
The students received their caps and gowns early May 6 and began coming into the school one family at a time in 30-minute increments later that day to film their graduation ceremony. Read More
Fort Knox Middle High School announces May 15 Graduation Parade
May 08, 2020
In lieu of the normal graduation procedures, school officials will host a “Graduation Parade” in honor of the 2020 senior graduating class Read More
Fort Knox Middle High School Student Wins Local Speech Contest
February 24, 2020
The theme was "Rotary Connects The Word". Read More
FKMHS Students Visit HMH
February 24, 2020
dressed and ready to go into the Robotics operating room for an opportunity to operate the DaVinci Xi system Read More
All News
The Kentucky Community provides a world-class educational program that inspires and prepares all their students for success in a dynamic global environment. The Community is made up of DoDEA schools located on the military installations of:
We are proud of the educational opportunities offered in our district. Our focus is on improving academic achievement for all students while supporting the mission of our military families. The military commands, school boards and parents provide wonderful community support to us and we feel fortunate to serve the families of our military sponsors.
We have a total of 11 schools - 7 at Fort Campbell and 4 at Fort Knox.
Our schools are committed to excellence.
If we can be of service, please feel free to contact the Community Superintendent's office.
| Math 6 - 12 | 270-439-1927 x5008 | nancy.rogers@dodea.edu |
| Math - Pre K - 5 | 270-439-1927 x5019 | cassie.winters@dodea.edu |
| English Language Arts 6 - 12 | 270-439-1927 x5481 | yvette.hyde@dodea.edu |
| AVID | 270-439-1927 x5006 | thelberstine.barbee@dodea.edu |
| Career and Technical Education (CTE) | 270-439-1927 x5007 | timothy.thompson@dodea.edu |
| Budget Analyst | 270-439-1927 x5005 | karen.gowen@dodea.edu |
| Information Technology - Fort Campbell/Fort Knox | 270-439-1927 x5004 | John.Kabbes@dodea.edu |
| School Liaison Officer - Fort Campbell, Teri McQuirter | 270-798-9874 | School Support Services Website terr.mcquirter.naf@mail.mil |
| School Liaison Officer - Fort Knox, Brenda Weatherington | 502-624-2305 | School Support Services Website brenda.d.weatherington.naf@mail.mil |
| Name | Position | Phone Number | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gusse, Darlene | School Athletic Director | 270-640-1219 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Student Information System (SIS)/ASPEN | ISS | 270-439-1927 Ext. 5020 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Elaine Dawkins | School Food Services | 270-640-1211 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Facilities | 502-624-2346 x4133 | Fort Knox Schools | |
| Pamela Harris | Guidance Counselor | 502-624-7030 | Fort Knox Schools |
| Sharkey, Carly | Speech-Language Pathologist | 270-640-1219 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Gonzales, Alberto | School Liaison Officer (SLO) | 270-640-1219 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Gause, Joi | Assistant Principal | 270-640-1219 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Dixon, Larry | School Support Assistant | 270-640-1219 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Facilities | 270-640-1216 | Fort Campbell Schools | |
| Behaviorist-ISS | ISS | 270-439-1927 Ext. 5022 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Nancy Rogers | Math ISS | 270-439-1927 Ext. 5008 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Literacy Pre K - 5 | ISS | 270-439-1927 Ext. 5023 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Community Transportation Office | Transportation | (270) 439-1927 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Community Transportation Office | Transportation | (270) 439-1927 | Fort Knox Schools |
| Elaine Dawkins | School Meals Program | 270-640-1233 | Fort Campbell Schools |
| Gabby Weatherford | School Meals Program | 502-624-7912 | Fort Knox Schools |
Kentucky Community Schools
Fort Campbell Schools
Andre Lucas ES
Mr. Steven Gardner Principal
School Address
2115 Airborne St
Fort Campbell, KY 42223-5387
Phone: 270-640-1208
Fax: 931-431-5842
Barkley ES
Ms. Jenaya Parris Principal
School Address
177 Gorgas Avenue
Ft. Campbell, KY 42223-1900
Phone: 270-640-1205
Barsanti ES
Mr. Hugh McKinnon Principal
School Address
7409 Mcauliffe Loop
Fort Campbell, KY 42223-6025
Phone: 270-640-1213
Fax: 931-431-0519
Ft. Campbell HS
Mrs. Kimberly Butts Principal
School Address
912 Carentan Road
Fort Campbell, KY 42223-5133
Phone: 270-640-1219
Fax: 931-431-9386
Mahaffey MS
Ms. Linda Haberman Principal
School Address
71 South Carolina Ave
Fort Campbell, KY 42223-5134
Phone: 270-640-1215
Fax: 270-439-3472
Marshall ES
Ms. Tabatha Ware Principal
School Address
70 Texas Ave
Fort Campbell, KY 42223-5127
Phone: 270-640-1214
Fort Knox Schools
Ft. Knox MHS
Mr. Lonnie R. Gilmore Jr. Principal
School Address
266 Maine Street, Bldg 7501
Fort Knox, KY 40121-6812
Phone: 502-624-7030
Fax: 502-624-6171
Scott IS
Mrs. Theresa Wilson Principal
School Address
266 Mississippi Street, Bldg 7474
Fort Knox, KY 40121-6814
Phone: 502-624-2236
Fax: 502-624-5433
DSN Phone: 464-2236
Van Voorhis ES
Ms. Angelique Johnson Principal
School Address
120 Folger Street, Bldg 5550
Fort Knox, KY 40121-6000
Phone: 502-624-5854
Fax: 502-624-7267
DSN Phone: 464-5854
Kingsolver ES
Ms. Laura Gibson Principal
School Address
844 Old Ironside Bldg 1390
Fort Knox, KY 40121
Phone: 502-626-2500
Fax: 502-626-2511
DSN Phone: 536-2500