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DoWEA Americas Announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year

Published on April 14, 2026

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Americas Region is pleased to announce its 2027 District Teachers of the Year.

DoWEA Europe Announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year

Published on April 14, 2026

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Europe Region is pleased to announce its 2027 District Teachers of the Year.

DoWEA Pacific announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year

Published on April 14, 2026

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Pacific Region is pleased to announce its 2027 District Teachers of the Year.

DoWEA's official photo of Mr. Paul Craft, DoWEA Director.

Meet the new Director of DoWEA

Published on April 9, 2026

DoWEA Director Paul Craft shares his gratitude for the opportunity to lead the organization and highlights the vital mission of serving more than 66,000 military‑connected students and their families.

The Month of the Military Child

DoWEA joins the Department of War and the military community in honoring military families and their children for the sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome.

National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month

DoWEA celebrates National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month in April. Multilingualism, the ability to speak and understand more than one language, offers benefits that extend far beyond communication.

Month of the Military Child, Purple Up Day April 15, 2026

DoWEA celebrates Month of the Military Child across schools worldwide

Published on March 30, 2026

The Department of War Education Activity celebrates Month of the Military Child (MOMC) throughout April 2026, honoring the resilience, achievements and unique experiences of military-connected students across its global school system.

Ms. Valerie Edison, a native of Westerville, Ohio, brings a rich tapestry of experience and dedication to her role as Assistant Principal.

Ms. Valerie Edison selected Principal for Antilles High School

Published on March 29, 2026

Department of War Education Activity Americas Mid-Atlantic District Superintendent Mr. Ryan Smith is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Valerie Edison selected Principal for Antilles High School, effective April 5, 2026.

Leigh Johnson, newly selected Chief of Staff for DoWEA Europe, brings extensive experience in human resources and organizational leadership to the region.

Leigh Johnson named Chief of Staff of DoWEA Europe

Published on March 25, 2026

The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Europe Region announced the selection of Leigh Johnson as Chief of Staff for DoWEA Europe.

Anthony J. Tata, under secretary of war for personnel and readiness, reads to students at Crossroads Elementary School on March 2 as part of Read Across America Week.

Under Secretary Celebrates Read Across America Week with DoWEA Students

Published on March 24, 2026

Anthony J. Tata, under secretary of war for personnel and readiness, visited Crossroads Elementary School on March 2 to celebrate Read Across America Week with students.

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Students can share their stories for America’s Field Trip

Published on March 23, 2026

Students are encouraged to submit entries for America’s Field Trip, a nationwide contest that invites people in grades 3–12 to share what America means to them.

Tiffany Hoben is the Chief Academic Officer at the Department of War Education Activity.

Department of War Education Activity Announces Tiffany Hoben as Chief Academic Officer

Published on March 23, 2026

Ms. Tiffany Hoben stepped into the role of Chief Academic Officer for the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) on March 23, 2026.

Ava Ellis and Michael Carbone stand in front of the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery while taking part in the 2026 United States Senate Youth Program, where they represented Department of War Education Activity schools.

Future Leaders Represent DoWEA in the United States Senate Youth Program

Published on March 20, 2026

Humphreys High School senior Ava Ellis and Wiesbaden High School junior Michael Carbone represented the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) as delegates to the United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C.

Ms. Vanessa L. Soito selected AP for Johnson Primary School

Published on March 16, 2026

Department of War Education Activity Mid-Atlantic District Superintendent Mr. Ryan Smith is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Vanessa L. Soito as Assistant Principal of Johnson Primary School, effective March 9, 2026.

Dr. Veronica Rivera, DoDEA employees official photo.

Dr. Veronica Rivera selected as Lead Administrator Dahlgren Elementary/Middle School

Published on March 16, 2026

Department of War Education Activity Americas Mid-Atlantic District Superintendent Mr. Ryan Smith is pleased to announce the selection of Dr. Veronica Rivera selected as Lead Administrator Dahlgren Elementary/Middle School, effective May 3, 2026.

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Ribbon-Cutting Marks Official Grand Opening of New Quantico Middle High School

Published on March 11, 2026

The Department of War Education Activity – Americas is celebrating a major milestone in education today with the official ribbon-cutting on the new Quantico Middle High School, a facility designed to serve military-connected students.

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Mr. Timothy Heggem

Mr. Timothy Heggem received recognition of his exceptional performance as Administrative Officer for Arnn Elementary and his support of Lanham Elementary.

Veronica Tesser was selected as DoDEA's Employee of the Quarter for the Fourth Quarter of 2025.

Ms. Veronica A. Tesser

Ms. Tesser played a leading role in launching the Human Resources Service Desk (HRSD), provided extensive training and support, and created user guides and knowledge articles.

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Ms. Amy Phillips selected as principal at M.C. Perry Primary

Published on March 3, 2026

DoWEA Pacific East District Superintendent Dr. Jacqueline Ferguson is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Amy Phillips as principal of M.C. Perry Primary School.

National Reading Month

DoWEA joins the National Education Association and schools across the nation in celebrating Read Across America on March 2nd and all year long to help motivate kids to read, bring the joys of reading to students of all ages, and make all children feel valued and welcome.

From Around DoWEA

DoWEA Americas Announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year

DoWEA Europe Announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year

DoWEA Pacific announces 2027 District Teachers of the Year

Meet the new Director of DoWEA

The Month of the Military Child

National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month

DoWEA celebrates Month of the Military Child across schools worldwide

Ms. Valerie Edison selected Principal for Antilles High School

Leigh Johnson named Chief of Staff of DoWEA Europe

Under Secretary Celebrates Read Across America Week with DoWEA Students

Students can share their stories for America’s Field Trip

Department of War Education Activity Announces Tiffany Hoben as Chief Academic Officer

Future Leaders Represent DoWEA in the United States Senate Youth Program

Ms. Vanessa L. Soito selected AP for Johnson Primary School

Dr. Veronica Rivera selected as Lead Administrator Dahlgren Elementary/Middle School

Ribbon-Cutting Marks Official Grand Opening of New Quantico Middle High School

Mr. Timothy Heggem

Ms. Veronica A. Tesser

Ms. Amy Phillips selected as principal at M.C. Perry Primary

National Reading Month

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