DODEA stands for the Department of Defense Education Activity. It is an agency within the United States Department of Defense (DoD), responsible for providing education programs and services to the dependents of military personnel and civilian employees of the DoD.
DODEA operates schools and education programs worldwide, serving students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Its primary mission is to ensure that military-connected students receive a quality education that is comparable to what they would receive in the United States.
The agency operates schools on military installations, as well as in various locations where there are significant concentrations of military families. DODEA schools follow the American educational curriculum and provide a wide range of academic, extracurricular, and support programs to meet the needs of their diverse student population.
DODEA is committed to promoting academic excellence, nurturing student well-being, and fostering the social and emotional development of military-connected students. The agency aims to prepare them for success in college, careers, and life, while supporting their unique experiences and challenges associated with military life.
Through its collaboration with local educational agencies and other organizations, DODEA strives to ensure a smooth transition for students as they move between schools, both domestically and internationally, due to military relocations. By providing educational continuity and support, DODEA plays a crucial role in addressing the educational needs of military families and contributing to the overall readiness of the armed forces.
