Department of Defense Education Activity

MISSION Educate, Engage, and Empower military-connected students to succeed in a dynamic world. VISION Excellence in Education for Every Student, Every Day, Everywhere HISTORY OVERVIEW Shortly after the end of World War II, the United States military established schools for the children of its service men and women stationed in Europe and the Pacific. Schools for children of military members stationed at various bases in the United States were already well-established. First administered by the military branches they served, the growing number of schools was soon transferred to civilian managers, then organized into two separate but parallel systems: the Department of Defense Dependents Schools (Pacific and Europe) overseas, and the Department of Defense Domestic Dependent Elementary and Secondary Schools (Americas) in the United States. In 1994 the two systems were brought together under an umbrella agency, the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA). CORE VALUES - Student Centered: Students are at the heart of all we do. - Excellence: We strive to exceed expectations in all we do. - Continuous Improvement: Our organization, its systems, and processes will be continually reexamined and improved. - Diversity: We honor the uniqueness of each individual and embrace diverse beliefs and backgrounds. We respect differences and create inclusive environments which contribute to a better society for all. Individual Potential: Individuals develop within an environment that nurtures intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and creative growth. - Lifelong Learning: Learning is an active process of discovery where we cultivate curiosity, perseverance, and the desire to learn. - Shared Responsibility: Partnerships among families, students, staff, and community members are characterized by mutual commitment and collaborative effort that enrich the lives of our students. - Trust: We value relationships based on integrity, mutual respect, and open two-way communication. We cultivate a safe and risk-free culture that encourages and inspires innovation.