Mr. Jason Sheedy

Biography

Mr. Jason Sheedy comes to Edgren Middle High School with 20 years of experience as a DoDEA educator and instructional leader. He believes building positive interactions through open and honest communications can create a collaborative culture between the school and home. Mr. Sheedy considers it to be the entire school’s responsibility to build a warm, inviting school environment where every child can feel welcome, safe and successful every day. He believes in the importance of empowering teachers to assume leadership roles, engaging in data dialogues to improve the quality of instruction in the classroom, and celebrating our successes and self-reflecting on our failures.

Mr. Sheedy was born and raised in the Buffalo, New York area, where he became a life-long diehard Buffalo Bills fan. After graduating from Sweet Home Senior High School, he joined the U.S. Army, serving at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, and Pirmasens, Germany. After six years he was honorably discharged and followed his wife, Denise, to Japan where she began teaching with DoDEA. Once in Japan, Mr. Sheedy earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and Elementary Education from the University of Maryland-Asian Division, and Master of Arts in Education Administration and Supervision from the University of Phoenix.

Mr. Sheedy started his teaching career in the DoDEA Pacific East District in 2001-2008 at John O. Arnn Elementary School and Yokota West Elementary School, where he taught second grade, fifth grade and served as an Educational Technologist. From 2008-2013, Mr. Sheedy served as an Assistant Principal at Andersen Elementary School, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam; Boeblingen Elementary/Middle School, Stuttgart, Germany; and Hainerberg Elementary School, Wiesbaden, Germany. From 2013-2016, Mr. Sheedy served as principal of Andersen Middle School, Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Most recently, from 2016-2021, he served as principal at Guam High School, Naval Hospital, Guam.

During his time in DoDEA, Mr. Sheedy has served on numerous DoDEA committees and councils that have guided education programs and policies for military-connected children. Mr. Sheedy has presented multiple sessions on a variety of topics for students, parents, teachers and administrators at numerous area, district, and school-level professional development and community events.

Mr. Sheedy and his wife, Denise, have two daughters, Emma and Lily. Their daughters, DoDEA graduates, graduated from college this past spring and are now beginning their professional careers in the United States. Mr. Sheedy considers Denise his greatest mentor, confidant and influence when it comes to the educator he is today, saying, “She’s simply the best!” At this time, Mrs. Sheedy will fulfill her obligations as Math Support Specialist at Andersen Elementary School and Guam Education Association President on Guam. She plans to join Mr. Sheedy for school year 2022-2023 in Misawa. Mr. Sheedy looks forward to his new assignment and has heard wonderful things about the Misawa schools and community.

Welcome Message

Message from the Principal

Dear Edgren Eagles,

Welcome to the 2022-2023 school year at Robert D. Edgren Middle High School, where we are committed to providing an EXTRAORDINARY challenging and supportive environment to each of our students. DoDEA’s mission is to educate, engage, and empower each student to succeed in a dynamic world. The Edgren faculty believes in that mission.

This mission will be accomplished by putting the needs of our students first and our willingness to continuously improve. We wholeheartedly desire parental involvement in our school and look forward to working with all our stakeholders. We are looking for effective partnerships to establish this school year that will enhance our student achievement

Let us hear from you this school year. Communication with the school will play a vital role in your student’s academic success. We will do our part by communicating through newsletters, emails, phone calls, parent meetings, and school events. We are humbled by the opportunity to serve our military community. Please feel free to contact administration with any questions or concerns.

Our mission this year is to be work towards being ONE FAMILY, with ONE VISION!

With Eagle Pride,

Robert D. Edgren Administration Team

Go Eagles!