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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
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Pacific South, Okinawa District Superintendent Office
UNIT 5166
APO, AP 96368-5166
Japan
Phone: 098-961-1204
Community Leadership
We Want You! DoDEA Pacific Is Hiring Substitute Teachers
DoDEA Pacific Summer Travel Information
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 XC Season in Stride
Fri, Sep 23, 2022
Dragon XC Season in Stride
Kubasaki HS - Dragon Art Captures DoDEA Standards
Tue, Sep 20, 2022
Dragon Art Captures DoDEA Standards
Kubasaki HS - Dragons Remember 9/11 and Honor First Responders
Tue, Sep 20, 2022
Dragons Remember 9/11 and Honor First Responders
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News Updates
National Blue Ribbon Schools
September 16, 2022 Three Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Schools have been recognized by U.S. Secretary of Education as 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools.Recognition Programs
National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 - October 15
September 12, 2022 Hispanic Heritage observations began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and were expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988 to cover a 30-day period. The expansion was enacted into law on August 17, 1988, on the approval of Public Law 100-402.Observances
Latest Press Releases
Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and DoDEA announce Youth Exchange Program 2022-23
September 13, 2022 The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Pacific are excited to partner once again for the Youth Exchange Program 2022-23PressRoom
DoDEA Pacific announces ribbon cutting at E.J. King Middle High School
August 30, 2022 DoDEA Pacific announces ribbon cutting at E.J. King MHSPressRoom
District Contacts
| Name | Position | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Schoebinger | Educational Technologist | 632-7144 |
| Megan Tatro | HR Assistant | 634-8995 |
| Timothy Bachmann | 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. Joseph Baltrus | Education Research Analyst | 632-7149 |
| Justin Delp | Force Protection Officer | 634-5690 |
| Nailani Babauta | HR Specialist | 632-7383 |
| Webmaster | Webmaster: Pacific Region | +81-98-953-5758 |