Pacific East District

DoDEA Pacific East District operates 21 schools located in Japan across 7 communities. There are nearly 900,000 military connected children of all ages worldwide, of which more than 8,000 are enrolled in DoDEA Pacific East District schools and served by thousands of teachers and educational aides. All schools within DoDEA are fully accredited by U.S. accreditation agencies.

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Message from Dr. Narvaez to all parents

In light of the President’s recent Executive Orders titled "Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth to the Federal Government" and “Ending Radical Indoctrination in K-12 Schooling,” DoDEA is conducting an operational compliance review to ensure alignment with the Executive Orders.

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Ms. Amanda Schwerdt-Johnson named DoDEA Pacific 2025 Principal of the Year

DoDEA Pacific Region is pleased to announce the selection of Humphreys High School Principal Ms. Amanda Schwerdt-Johnson as the region’s 2025 Principal of the Year.

Dr. Jayme Linton selected as DoDEA Chief Academic Officer

Dr. Jayme Linton will step into the role of Chief Academic Officer for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) on February 6, 2025.

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Department of Defense Education Activity Announces the Start of Full-day Prekindergarten Programs in 80 Schools

The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is pleased to announce the official start of its full-day prekindergarten (PK) programs in 80 DoDEA elementary schools on Sept. 3.

Mary Fisk named Principal of Yokosuka Primary School

DoDEA Pacific East District Superintendent Dr. Jacqueline Ferguson is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Mary Fisk as principal of Yokosuka Primary School.

Ms. Stacey Hull-Walsh named principal of Ikego Elementary School

DoDEA Pacific East District Superintendent Dr. Jacqueline Ferguson is pleased to announce the selection of Ms. Stacey Hull-Walsh as principal of Ikego Elementary School.

Mr. Henry LeFebre named principal of Sollars Elementary School

DoDEA Pacific East District Superintendent Dr. Jacqueline Ferguson is pleased to announce the selection of Mr. Henry “Hank” LeFebre as principal of Sollars Elementary School.

From Around DoDEA

National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month

DoDEA celebrates National Multilingual Learner Advocacy Month in April. Multilingualism, the ability to speak and understand more than one language, offers benefits that extend far beyond communication.

Pacific Seeks To Hire Educational Aides

Join Our Team! Are you interested in a rewarding career where you can make a difference? DoDEA Pacific is looking to fill educational aide positions across the region.

The Month of the Military Child

DoDEA joins the Department of Defense and the military community in honoring military families and their children for the sacrifices they make and the challenges they overcome.

Contacts

Name	Position		Phone
District ET	Educational Technologist	DSN: 315-225-6282, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-6282	042-552-2510-5-6282
Force Protection Officer	Force Protection Officer	DSN: 315-225-6352, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-6352	042-552-2510-5-6352
HR Specialist	HR Specialist	DSN: 315-225-1646, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-1646	042-552-2510-5-1646
Carlota Penaflor	School Meals Program	NEX Student Meal Program Manager, PAC East District	DSN: 315-241-4427 or +81-90-1767-4220
Registrar, Pacific East District	Registrar	DSN: 315-225-6403, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-6403	042-552-2510-5-6403
Resource Specialist	Resource Management	DSN: 315-225-6403, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-3950	042-552-2510-5-3950
Safety Officer	Safety Officer	DSN: 315-225-9623, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-9623	042-552-2510-5-9623
Japan (East District) Student Transportation	Transportation	DSN: 315-225-580, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-5801	042-552-2510-5-5801
Administrative Support Specialist	Administrative Secretary	DSN: 315-225-0361, Dialing from U.S.: 81-425-52-2510-5-0361	042-552-2510-5-0361

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