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DoDEA Europe is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Lakenheath Elementary School is part of Lakenheath Community Schools in the DoDEA Europe West District. Lakenheath ES serves military connected students in PK to grade 3.
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Lakenheath Elementary Students Explore Physics Through Parachute Experiment
Third graders in Ms. Fowler’s STEM class at Lakenheath Elementary School are discovering the principles of physics through a hands-on parachute experiment designed to explore how size affects speed.
Erin Grazak Named DoDEA West Districts’ Community Superintendent for United Kingdom Schools
Dr. Michelle Howard-Brahaney, Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Europe Director for Student Excellence, is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Erin Grazak as the Community Superintendent for United Kingdom Schools within the DoDEA Europe West District.
Kindergarten Teachers Make Learning Stick at Lakenheath Elementary
At Lakenheath Elementary School, kindergarten teachers Ms. Thompson and Ms. Rodriquez are finding creative ways to make learning meaningful for young students. Their recent classroom activity combined science and literacy in a simple but effective way.
DoDEA Europe Expands Prekindergarten in Second Year of Rollout
Ramstein Elementary School welcomed 120 prekindergarten students this week as part of the second year of DoDEA Europe’s phased rollout of prekindergarten. With eight classes, Ramstein now hosts the largest prekindergarten program in DoDEA Europe.
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Bechtel Elementary’s challenge coin tradition recognizes positive actions
In military-connected communities, challenge coins are very much a part of the culture. It’s a tradition that recognizes exceptional acts and achievements.
DoDEA announces 2026 Region Principals of the Year
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is pleased to announce its 2026 Principals of the Year for the Americas, Europe and Pacific regions.
Understanding The Blueprint for Continuous Improvement: Goal 2 - School Excellence
DoDEA’s Blueprint for Continuous Improvement recognizes that strong schools are the cornerstone of student success.
DoDEA celebrates 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar recipients
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is proud to announce Lila Rebecca Cypers of Rota Middle High School (DoDEA Europe South), and Baden Thomas Francis of Kadena High School (DoDEA Pacific South), have been selected as U.S. Department of Education 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars.
American Education Week
From November 17-21, DoDEA joins the nation in raising awareness about the need to provide every child with a quality public education.
National School Psychology Week
During the week of November 3-7, schools throughout DoDEA celebrated National School Psychology Awareness Week to highlight the important work our school psychologists and other educators do to help all students thrive.
Military Family Appreciation Month
During Military Family Appreciation Month, DoDEA renews its commitment to the families and communities we are proud to serve.
Igniting Excellence: CSI Days Bring Our Blueprint to Life
DoDEA is doubling down on professional development to ensure every student thrives, drawing on a fresh strategic roadmap designed to elevate learning worldwide.
| Regular Hours | Early Release | Summer Hours |
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8:10 a.m. - 2:35 p.m. (M,T,R,F) |
8:10 a.m. - 1:35 p.m. (Wednesday) |
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
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