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Blueprint for Continuous Improvement Volume IV
DoDEA's multi-year strategic plan that guides our way forward through School Year 2023-24.
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School Operations COVID-19
Teachers and the routines of school provide an important element of stability for students which adds significantly to their success.
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Pacific South District Superintendent
Dr. Melissa Hayes
Address
Pacific South, Okinawa District Superintendent Office
UNIT 5166
APO, AP 96368-5166
Japan
Phone: 098-961-1204
Community Leadership
Conditional Enrollment
DoDEA Pacific high schools offer conditional enrollment to military-connected students
Schools at A Glance
DoDEA Pacific Middle & High Schools
We Want You! DoDEA Pacific Is Hiring Substitute Teachers
Bechtel to close for renovations summer 2023
Did you know?
DoDEA Pacific South District operates 13 schools located in Okinawa, Japan across 4 communities.
There are nearly 900,000 military connected children of all ages worldwide, of which more than 6,000 are enrolled in DoDEA Pacific South District schools and served by thousands of teachers and educational aides.
All schools within DoDEA are fully accredited by U.S. accreditation agencies.
District News
Kubasaki HS - Dragon Choir and Band Spring Concert 2023
Fri, May 26, 2023
Dragon Choir and Band Spring Concert 2023
Kubasaki HS - National Art Honor Society Gala
Fri, May 26, 2023
National Art Honor Society Gala
Kubasaki HS - Stars & Stripes 2023 Athletes of the Year
Fri, May 26, 2023
Stars & Stripes Athletes of the Year
Pacific South Community Homepages
News Updates
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (LGBTQ+) Pride Month
May 31, 2023 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer (LGBTQ) Pride Month is a nationally recognized observance in the month of June. During this period, the LGBTQ community, its advocates, and allies celebrate by promoting diversity, inclusion, community, unity, and PRIDE.Observances
Registration Process - Eligibility and Enrollment
May 30, 2023 Parents should complete a re-registration for each currently enrolled student by the end of the school year. During re-registration, parents will indicate whether their student will be withdrawing or returning for the upcoming school year.Academic, Parent Resource
Latest Press Releases
DoDEA Pacific announces publication of SUN 49
May 15, 2023 DoDEA Pacific is proud to announce the publication of this year’s edition of the SUN. SUN 49 is comprised of creative works from students attending DoDEA Pacific schools in Japan, Korea, Okinawa, and Guam.PressRoom
DoDEA Preparing for Universal Prekindergarten in FY2024
May 05, 2023 Planning is underway for a three-phase implementation that, when completed, will add an estimated 6,000 prekindergarten students in the 60 military communities served by DoDEA schools world-wide.PressRoom
District Contacts
| Name | Position | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Schoebinger | Educational Technologist | 632-7144 |
| Kayla Morgan | Secretary: Registrar | 634-8995 |
| TBD | Safety Officer | 634-5690 |
| Scott Hall | Logistics Manager | 632-6015 |
| Levi Rifareal | Facilities Manager | 632-8336 |
| Tresha Hamilton | Special Education: (SPED) | 632-7145 |
| Okinawa (South District) Student Transportation | Transportation: M-F: 0730-1600 | Cell: 098-970-7820 / 2036 |
| Dr. James Steinhauser | Education Research Analyst | 632-7149 |
| John Blanchard | Force Protection Officer | 634-5690 |
| Nailani Babauta | Administrative Secretary: Support Specialist | 632-7383 |
| Webmaster | Webmaster: Pacific Region | +81-98-953-5758 |