About Our School

School Mission/Vision

Mission

Educate, Engage, and Empower military-connected students to succeed in a dynamic world.

Vision

Excellence in Education for Every Student, Every Day, Everywhere

Core Values

We believe students are at the heart of all we do. Each student can realize his or her fullest potential. Educating the whole child fosters academic, social and emotional well-being. Learning environments are student-centered, stimulating and relevant. High-performing educators and leaders make a difference in student success. Parental engagement and support are vital to student success. Engaged partnerships enrich the lives of our students. Our diversity inspires excellence and innovation

About Our School

Welcome to Sasebo ES!

We are located on the main base or Dragon Glen housing area, adjacent to Commander Fleet Activities Sasebo, our school shares the campus with E.J. King Middle/High School. With an enrollment of approximately 250 students, our programs from Sure Start to Grade 5 are filled with opportunities for whole group and individualized instruction that are aligned with the DoDEA curriculum standards.

There has been a DoDEA school located in Sasebo continuously since 1948. The first school was located in a Quonset hut and there was a reported enrollment (in grades 1-12) of 48 students. Most were Army children. In September 1945, the U.S. Marines landed on Sasebo and laid the foundation for the present U.S. Fleet Activities, Sasebo. The U.S. Navy arrived and slowly the base and the American community were established in the heart of Sasebo City.

The residential areas were named Dragon Gulch, Dragon Vale, and Dragon Heights. The school was named “Dragon School.” A sign with the picture of the Dragon and the name “Dragon School” was built by the Army Engineer Corps and placed on the front of the building.

The present K-5 school has existed since 2003 and in honor of the first DoDEA school in Sasebo adopted the Dragon as its mascot. As we prepare for a new school construction project to begin within the next couple of years we will see the Dragon legacy continue in a new building far beyond the scope of a Quonset hut.

School Goals

CSI Leadership Meeting Schedule

Leadership Team meets the last Thursday of each month at 1500 during the school year.

Accreditation and Awards

Sasebo ES is accredited by COGNIA.

Chain of Command

DoDEA's official photo of Ms. Hannah H. Choi.

Ms. Hannah H. Choi

PSC 476 Box 128
CFA Sasebo
FPO, AP 96322-0128
United States

0956-50-9741
Sasebo Elementary School official mascot
Grades:
PK
K
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
Enrollment: 183
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