DoWEA Stakeholder Feedback Survey (SFS)
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) conducted a Stakeholder Feedback Survey (SFS) in early 2026.
The SFS provides valuable feedback to DoDEA from its most important customers - students and parents - about the quality of education provided and areas needing improvement.
The 2026 survey was open from January 29 through March 13.
Separate surveys were administered to students and parents. Students in Grades 4-12 were invited to participate. Parents with multiple children in Prekindergarten through 12th Grade could complete a survey for each of their students.
All potential respondents received a link to complete a survey using their DoDEA Student Information System email address and also received email reminders while the survey was open. Participation took approximately 15-20 minutes.
The survey was voluntary and anonymous. Maximum participation wencouraged to obtain reliable and valid data.
What is the SFS?
- The SFS provides a forum for parents and students in DoD schools to have their opinions heard and communicate their level of satisfaction with issues related to DoD schools.
- The SFS is part of DoDEA’s continual efforts to improve quality of education for DoD military and civilian students.
Who can Participate?
- Sponsors or spouses with children in PK -12th grade. Parents with multiple students enrolled in a DoDEA school will have the option to complete an additional survey for each student after submitting the first survey.
- Students in grades 4-12.
- The survey is voluntary and anonymous.
As a Parent, how can I see the survey results?
- Results from the survey will be available on the DoDEA website after the survey closes.
How does the SFS help DoDEA?
- Results allow schools, districts, and regions to make improvements in the educational services offered.
- Results assist schools in determining strengths and areas for improvement.
- Stakeholder opinions are valuable and contribute to future decisions impacting DoDEA students and families.
How is the SFS Constructed?
- Survey questions cover the following broad areas: academic instruction, school outreach, parent involvement and connectedness, school quality, school safety, and overall satisfaction.
- Survey questions for parents and students were taken from the 5Essentials Survey by the University of Chicago and broadly used by school systems across the nation.
