From Around DoWEA
Published on September 8, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) has launched its “From Feedback to Action” campaign with the release of its 2026 Stakeholder Feedback Survey results, highlighting what parents and students across DoWEA schools worldwide say is working well and where continued improvement is needed.
Published on September 4, 2026
Department of War Education Activity educators earned two spots on the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History's 2026 History Teacher of the Year roster, highlighting excellence in American history instruction.
Published on August 27, 2026
Americas Director for Student Achievement Matthew Kirby has announced the appointment of Dr. Andrea Marr as Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officer for the Americas Mid-Atlantic District and Hugh McKinnon as Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officer for the Americas Southeast District.
Published on August 25, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is introducing Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officers (FSEOs) across the agency.
Published on August 18, 2026
The Seal of Biliteracy Award program celebrates language biliteracy while directly supporting national security priorities by developing future service members fluent in languages critical to United States mission interests.
Published on August 14, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity is expanding middle school sports globally, ensuring that every DoWEA middle school student will have access to athletic opportunities beginning this winter.
Published on August 1, 2026
DoDEA facilities have been inspected, or re-inspected, for Asbestos Containing Materials (ACM) every three years as required by the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act (AHERA) of 1986.
Published on July 30, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is expanding opportunities for high school students to engage in a deeper study of history, philosophy, and the cultural foundations that have shaped the modern world through the new Western Civilization to 1500 course.
Published on July 30, 2026
Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Pacific East District Superintendent Dr. Jacqueline Ferguson is pleased to announce Mr. Josh Adams as principal of Ikego Elementary School
Published on July 21, 2026
Dr. Jacob Sherwood, Pacific West District Superintendent, is pleased to announce the selection of Jason Debus as Principal of McCool Elementary Middle School.
Published on July 13, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity released its 2026 Blueprint for Continuous Improvement, outlining the next phase of its multi-year roadmap to transform its operations, advance its mission, and support military-connected students worldwide.
Published on July 13, 2026
Director Paul Craft outlines DoWEA’s updated and refined Blueprint for Continuous Improvement, our strategic framework focused on supporting student success, strengthening family partnerships, and preparing students for an ever-changing future.
Published on July 6, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Director Paul Craft has named Matthew Kirby as the DoWEA Americas Regional Director for Student Achievement. He will be responsible for 50 schools serving military-connected students from prekindergarten through 12th grade in two districts located in seven states, Cuba, and Puerto Rico across three time zones. DoWEA Americas serves more than 20,000 students and nearly 4,000 employees.
Published on July 1, 2026
Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Pacific South District Superintendent Dr. Melissa Hayes announced the selection of Dr. Helen Bailey as principal of E.C. Killin Elementary School at Camp Foster.
Published on June 15, 2026
DoWEA congratulates graduates and salutes their extraordinary accomplishments.
