Press Releases
Published on June 10, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Pacific Region is proud to recognize its graduating Class of 2026.
Published on June 10, 2026
DoWEA Pacific, in partnership with MOFA Japan recognized the successful completion of the Japanese Language Supplement Program at four elementary schools.
Published on June 4, 2026
Lakenheath Elementary School's Sasha Rodriguez-Espada has been selected as the 2026 Dr. Linda L. Curtis Educator of Promise. This award recognizes early-career educators in their first three years of teaching who demonstrate exceptional dedication to student success and a strong, ongoing commitment to growth and improvement.
Published on May 7, 2026
DoWEA Pacific South District has been awarded Accreditation with Distinction, the highest level of accreditation granted by Cognia, a globally recognized nonprofit organization that accredits schools and school systems.
Published on May 5, 2026
The Department of War Education Activity has fewer than 100 openings remaining for teachers and fewer than 150 openings remaining for aides in classrooms across the U.S. and around the globe for next school year.
Published on May 4, 2026
Student and educator teams at nine Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) schools have been selected as state champions in the 2026 Presidential AI Challenge.
Published on May 4, 2026
Department of War Education Activity Europe East District Superintendent Patrick Martin is pleased to announce the selection of Donna Aponte as principal of Hohenfels Elementary School.
Aponte brings 30 years of experience in education and is deeply committed to supporting students, staff and the military-connected community. She believes strongly in the excellence of a DoWEA education and is honored to serve in this role.
Aponte brings 30 years of experience in education and is deeply committed to supporting students, staff and the military-connected community. She believes strongly in the excellence of a DoWEA education and is honored to serve in this role.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Published on March 23, 2026
Department of War Education Activity Americas Mid-Atlantic District Superintendent Mr. Ryan Smith is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Annalesa Anderson selected as the Assistant Principal for Heroes Elementary School effective April 5, 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
