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Published on November 6, 2025
College Night at Kaiserslautern High School was a resounding success, drawing an estimated 1,500 attendees from across the district. The KHS Raiders welcomed over 42 colleges, universities, technical programs, military recruiters, and community scholarship organizations to campus for the annual event.
Published on November 4, 2025
DoDEA Pacific Region’s fall athletic season for the 2025-26 school year has concluded.
Published on October 22, 2025
Nearly 100 DoDEA Pacific science students from Korea, Japan, and Guam came together virtually on September 25, 2025, for SPARK – a kickoff event designed to launch their journey into a months-long research project.
Published on September 25, 2025
DoDEA has launched its Blueprint for Continuous Improvement, a five-year strategic plan guiding our school system from 2025 through 2030.
Published on September 18, 2025
On September 11th, our school community came together for the second annual Freedom Walk—a solemn and inspiring event held in remembrance of the tragic events of 9/11 and in honor of Patriot Day.
Published on September 17, 2025
Military families and educators celebrated the ribbon-cutting of the new Fort Campbell Middle School on Friday, unveiling a state-of-the-art facility built to embody 21st-century education principles and prepare students for an evolving world.
Published on September 10, 2025
“Driven by Learning.” This guiding principle reflects our commitment to making informed, student-centered decisions that prioritize academic growth and success.
Published on August 20, 2025
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) has officially launched the 2025–26 school year across its 64 schools in Europe. Operating in four districts, eight countries, and four time zones, DoDEA Europe serves nearly 26,000 military-connected students with the support of thousands of dedicated teachers, educational aides and staff.
Published on August 19, 2025
Barsanti Elementary School at Fort Campbell kicked off its Universal Prekindergarten program with bubbles, excitement, and a touch of parental tears, welcoming 4-year-olds into free, full-day classes as part of DoDEA's Phase II expansion in the Americas region. Educators like Principal Elisabeth Burba and teacher Litoya Grant highlight how the play-based approach fosters language, social skills, and resiliency, laying a holistic foundation for college- and career-ready futures, backed by research showing long-term gains in academic achievement, employment, and health—especially vital for military families navigating deployments and relocations. The tuition-free initiative eases childcare burdens, boosts family retention, and equips young "Bulldogs" to thrive amid constant change, turning a routine first day into a milestone for lifelong success.
Published on August 19, 2025
Dr. Michelle Howard Brahaney, Director for Student Excellence with the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Europe, recently experienced the thrill of a lifetime by jumping alongside the U.S. Army Golden Knights parachute team. The high-adrenaline event offered her unique perspectives on leadership, courage, and connection with the students and educators she supports across Europe.
Published on August 14, 2025
In July 2025, Dr. Beth Narvaez, director of the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA), delivered a keynote address at the annual Summer Leadership Summit in the Americas region, emphasizing the agency's commitment to being "the relentless improver" through its new Blueprint for Continuous Improvement. These gatherings united regional leaders, superintendents, principals and headquarters officials to discuss strategies for enhancing student success in DoDEA's 161 global schools serving military families, focusing on resilience-building skills like financial literacy and internships, while providing professional development to ensure seamless transitions during mid-year moves. Quotes from leaders like Dr. Judith Minor and Dr. Christy Huddleston highlighted the summits' role in fostering collaboration, aligning educational practices and equipping administrators to implement evidence-based teaching methods, ultimately preparing students for stronger academic paths and future careers amid the challenges of military life.
Published on August 12, 2025
Dr. Veronica Rivera selected as Assistant Principal for Crossroads Elementary School, effective September 7, 2025
Published on August 7, 2025
We pride ourselves in providing healthy delicious meals to your student. Our lunches are USDA and National School Lunch Program approved, and ready to fuel your child, so they can continue to conquer their classes.
Published on August 7, 2025
In a display of speed and resilience, Fort Knox High School junior Jaylen Irish sprinted to victory in the Class 1A boys' 400-meter dash at the Kentucky High School Athletic Association state championships, clocking 48.58 seconds to claim the title and continue a storied legacy at his Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Americas school.
Published on August 5, 2025
On August 4, 2025, E.A. White Elementary School, on historic Fort Benning, Georgia, transformed its campus into a vibrant festival of music, bubbles, and boundless excitement for the first day of the 2025-26 school year.
Published on August 5, 2025
Beginning August 5, 2025, student Chat Safer settings for Google Chat and Spaces will be implemented across all DoDEA locations.
Published on August 4, 2025
Dr. Beth Narvaez welcomed back students, family, and staff to DoDEA for the 2025/26 school year.
Published on August 4, 2025
DoDEA is proud to unveil its new five-year Blueprint for Continuous Improvement, a strategic plan designed to help every student achieve their fullest potential.
Published on July 10, 2025
DoDEA will introduce the Seal of Biliteracy starting in the 2025-26 school year, recognizing high school graduates who demonstrate proficiency in English and in another language.
Published on July 9, 2025
Carleen Alford, an AVID Elective Teacher at Mahaffey Middle School at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, delivered a powerful keynote address as the 2025 AVID Educator Speaker at the AVID Summer Institute, held June 16-18 in Orlando, Florida.
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