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DoWEA's five-year Strategic Blueprint for Continuous Improvement to guide the organization through 2030.
Welcome to Sasebo ES!
We are committed to helping students reach their full academic potential, in an atmosphere of mutual respect and caring.
Happy birthday, Navy!
The Department of the Navy was established on October 13, 1775.
School Nursing Services
Students enrolled in DoWEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoWEA Pacific is Hiring
DoWEA Pacific is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Sasebo Elementary School is part of CFA Sasebo Schools in the DoWEA Pacific East District. Sasebo ES serves military connected students in PK to grade 5.
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Robert Irvine visits Humphreys High School culinary students
Humphreys High School culinary arts students demonstrated their skills during a visit from celebrity chef and longtime military advocate Robert Irvine.
Dragons in D.C.: Andersen Middle School student represents Guam at National History Day
Temidire Gbolade, a rising freshman at Guam High School who earned first place in the 2026 Guam History Day islandwide competition while an eighth-grade student at Andersen Middle School, represented Guam at National History Day in Washington, D.C., this summer.
Kadena Middle School librarian saves drowning teen
A Kadena Middle School librarian is being recognized for an act of bravery after rescuing a Japanese teenager from rough waters near Sunabe Seawall.
DoWEA Pacific Director for Student Excellence, Ms. Lois Rapp - Back to School Message
We’re excited to share a special message from the DoWEA Pacific Director for Student Excellence, Ms. Lois Rapp, as we kick off the 2026-27 school year!
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National Principals Month
DoWEA celebrates National Principals Month in October. This celebration recognizes the contributions and impacts principals make in their schools and communities.
Bullying Prevention Month
DoWEA actively acknowledges National Bullying Prevention month in October in order to help educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention.
DoWEA expands college readiness opportunities for students
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) announced today the availability of an additional college readiness opportunity for students in grades 11–12 through the Classic Learning Test (CLT) during School Year 2026–2027.
DoWEA to implement new tools to support student growth
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) announced today that it will become a member of the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium beginning School Year 2026–2027.
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, September 17
On September 17, U.S. citizens remember the blessings of liberty and are recognized for holding the responsibilities of citizenship.
Remembering September 11 - Service, Sacrifice, and Our Shared Commitment
On September 11, we pause to remember a day that forever changed our nation and honor the lives lost, the families who continue to carry that loss, and the many Americans who answered the call to serve in the days and years that followed.The signific...
National Day of Service and Remembrance, September 11
DoWEA honors those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and strengthened our will as one nation and reminded us all about the power of freedom.
DoWEA Launches "From Feedback to Action" Campaign With Release of 2026 Stakeholder Survey Results
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) has launched its “From Feedback to Action” campaign with the release of its 2026 Stakeholder Feedback Survey results, highlighting what parents and students across DoWEA schools worldwide say is working well and where continued improvement is needed.
Tuesdays are Early Release days
| Regular Hours | Tuesday Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Office Hours | 0700 - 1600 | 0700-1600 |
| School Hours | 0745 - 1430 | 0745 - 1330 |
| K-1 Lunch/Recess | 1020-1120 | 1020-1120 |
| 2-3 Recess/Lunch | 1100-1200 | 1100-1200 |
| 4-5 Recess/Lunch | 1145-1245 | 1145-1245 |
- Office hours may be modified during breaks.
