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Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoDEA Pacific is Hiring
DoDEA Pacific is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Jack N. Darby Elementary School is part of CFA Sasebo Schools in the DoDEA Pacific East District. Darby ES serves military connected students in Sure Start to grade 5.
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Student journalists unite at Far East Journalism
More than 105 high school journalism students representing DoDEA-Pacific schools across Japan, Okinawa, Guam, and Korea gathered at Dragon Hill Lodge in Yongsan, Seoul for the annual Far East Journalism Conference Oct. 27–30, 2025.
DoDEA Pacific announces Fall Far East Champions
DoDEA Pacific Region’s fall athletic season for the 2025-26 school year has concluded.
DoDEA Pacific students ignite scientific curiosity at SPARK
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.
Welcome Back to School SY 2025-26
It’s my pleasure to welcome DoDEA Pacific students and families to the 2025-26 school year!
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Teacher of the Year Program
Do you know a teacher who has had a positive impact on your child, your child's school, or your community? Nominate them for Teacher of the Year.
Two students to represent DoDEA at 2026 United States Senate Youth Program
The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) has announced that high school students Mr. Michael Carbone and Ms. Ava Ellis will represent DoDEA during the 64th annual USSYP Washington Week, to be held March 7-14, 2026.
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.
| Regular Hours | Tuesday Hours | |
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| Office Hours | 0700 - 1630 | |
| School Hours | 0755 - 1430 | 0755 - 1330 | Lunch Hours |
