Studies show that parental involvement has a positive impact on student performance in school. Following are ways parents can stay involved in their child’s education in the DoWEA schools.
School Intranet – each school has a “public” website (links are available on this website under elementary, middle and high school) The schools also host private password protected “Intranet” sites with more specific and updated information. Check with the main office at your child’s school to access this site.
DoWEA Community Strategic Plan
Volunteering – volunteers who will be in direct supervision of students are asked to complete a background check. Please inquire at your school’s main office for more details.
Parent Teacher Organizations & Booster Clubs are organizations recognized by the installation and may fundraise for support of school programs.
Parent Resources
PTA Parents' Guide to Student Success
Council of Great City Schools Parent Roadmaps
Learning Skills Toolbox (parent videos)
Homeroom (connect to other parents of military connected children)
Military Child Education Coalition
Contact with Schools
Schools and Districts in Europe
DoWEA Chain of Command – Parents are encouraged to speak with teachers and then administrators if they have concerns that need to be addressed. Beyond the school is the Local School District, then Europe Area Office, then HQ in DC. Click on link to see leadership within the DoDEA chain of command.
Interactive Customer Evaluation [ICE]
ICE is a tool you can use to share comments & suggestions with DoWEA leadership.Individual schools also have their own ICE accounts. It is recommended that you include your contact information for a reply to your concern.
Regulations & Policies
DoWEA Instruction, Policies and Regulations
School Handbooks are found on individual school websites. Click on “schools and districts” above to find your school’s website/handbook.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
When to keep a sick child home
Attendance Policy
Army in Europe Child Supervision Guidance
Educational Commitees and Advisory Councils
Advisory Committees & Councils explained
Europe Education Council
Dependents’ Education Council is a council of military leadership and DoWEA leadership that addresses issues and concerns. Meetings are closed, but final minutes are not.
