DOWEA E.A. White Elementary School

09/10/2026

You spoke. The 2026 survey results are public. This is the start of the conversation — not the end.

DoWEA students, parents, and sponsors told us what is working in our schools and where we need to grow. Leaders will use those findings — with the DoWEA Blueprint for Continuous Improvement — to set priorities at the school, district, region, and agency level.

What you will find on the results page:

Strengths families already see: safety, relationships, academic expectations, and overall satisfaction

Areas for focus: parent engagement, communication (including behavior incidents), academic reporting, and achievement in math and English language arts

School-level results where enough people responded to protect anonymity (if your school’s numbers are not shown, that is confidentiality — not a missing report)

Read the results:
https://www.dodea.edu/about/dowea-stakeholder-feedback-survey-sfs

We listened. Next we act — and we will keep listening.

The DoWEA Stakeholder Feedback Survey (SFS) is an important component of the Department of War Education Activity’s ongoing commitment to continuous improvement. The survey provides students, parents and sponsors with a confidential opportunity to share their perspectives on their school experienc...

09/10/2026

🗳️ Lion Parents, it's time to vote!

Our School Advisory Committee (SAC) election ballot was emailed to parents today. Be sure to check your inbox and cast your vote before 3:00 PM on Friday, September 11, 2026.

Your voice matters, and your participation helps strengthen our school community.

Learn more about SAC and opportunities to get involved: https://www.dodea.edu/americas/advisory-committees

🦁 Thank you for being an active part of our Lion family!

09/09/2026

This Friday, we will observe Patriot Day as we honor the lives lost, the heroes who served, and the strength and resilience of our nation following the events of September 11, 2001. Students and staff are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue as we come together to remember, reflect, and show our patriotism. ❤️🤍💙

09/08/2026

DoWEA has released the 2026 Stakeholder Feedback Survey results, giving military-connected students and families a closer look at what they told us about their school experiences.

The results highlight areas of strength, including school safety, relationships, academic expectations and overall satisfaction, while also identifying opportunities for continued growth.

We’re listening. We’re learning. We’re taking action.

Explore the results: https://www.dodea.edu/about/dowea-stakeholder-feedback-survey-sfs

09/07/2026

⏰ Don’t forget! Tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8, is Early Release Day.

Every 2nd Tuesday of the month is designated as an Early Release Day for all students. Dismissal will begin at 2:30 p.m.

09/04/2026

📚🦁 Building Strong School-Family Connections! 🦁📚

Earlier this school year, we welcomed new families through our Parent University Orientation. This informative session helped families learn more about our school, available resources, and ways to stay connected and engaged throughout the year.

Want to learn more? Check out the full story on our website: 🔗 https://whitees.dodea.edu/news/articles/e-white-elementary-welcomes-new-families-parent-university-orientation

📅 Save the Date! Our next Parent University session is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15 at 10:30 a.m. Additional details will be shared soon.

We look forward to continuing to partner with our families to support student success!

E.A. White Elementary School welcomed new families Aug. 7 during its Parent University New Family Orientation, giving parents and students a chance to learn about school programs, meet staff and explore resources available for the 2026-2027 school year.

09/03/2026

📢 Important Schedule Reminders for E.A. White Families 📢

Please note the following upcoming schedule changes:

✅ No School for students on Friday, September 4, due to Professional Learning.
✅ No School on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
✅ Tuesday, September 8 is an Early Release Day. Dismissal will begin at 2:30 p.m.

📅 Reminder: Every second Tuesday of the month is designated as an Early Release Day for all students.

We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday!

09/02/2026

⏰ Deadline Reminder!

There's still time to express your interest in serving as a parent representative on the E.A. White Elementary School Advisory Committee (SAC).

📅 Deadline: Thursday, September 3, 2026
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM

If you're interested, check your email for submission instructions.

🗳️ Digital voting will take place September 10-11, 2026, and voting information will be emailed to all parents and guardians.

Thank you for helping us build a stronger school community! 💙

09/01/2026

🍂🦁 Hello, September! 🦁🍂

A new month is here, and we have so many exciting events, activities, and opportunities planned for our Lion family! Now is the perfect time to take a quick look at our school calendar and see what's coming up this month.

📅 View our school calendar here: 🔗 https://whitees.dodea.edu/school-calendar

We can't wait to make September a month full of learning, fun, and Lion Pride! 💙💛

Explore the school calendar of events. Examples of events include open house, first day of school, last day of school, breaks, activities, and holidays.

08/31/2026

🍎📋 Looking for September Menus? 📋🍎

The September breakfast and lunch menus are now available on the E.A. White Elementary School website! Visit the link below to view meal options and plan ahead for the month.

🔗 https://whitees.dodea.edu/school-meals-program

Learn about the school meals program at our school. Child nutrition professionals provide access to a variety of foods that meet the needs of students.