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DoWEA's five-year Strategic Blueprint for Continuous Improvement to guide the organization through 2030.
DoWEA Speaks - America 250
Amplifying our student voices and promoting global connections among military-connected students.
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The Expanded Eligibility Enrollment Option allows off-base children the chance to attend DoWEA schools.
Welcome to Delalio ES!
Our school is proud to serve our military community by providing a nurturing school environment with engaging educational opportunities for students.
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DeLalio Elementary School is part of the Camp Lejeune Schools Community in the DoWEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District. DeLalio ES serves students in PK to grade 5.
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Camp Lejeune ESY Program Brings Ocean Learning to Students
Supporting military-connected students often means creating learning opportunities that extend beyond the traditional school year. This summer, students at Camp Lejeune participated in an Extended School Year program built around the theme "By the Sea," combining academic instruction with hands-on exploration of ocean life.
Director Paul Craft welcomes back students and families for School Year 2026/27
Mr. Paul Craft welcomed back students, family, and staff to DoWEA for the 2026/27 school year.
DoWEA Americas Director for Student Excellence, Mr. Matthew Kirby - Back to School Message
We’re excited to share a special message from the new DoWEA Americas Director for Student Excellence, Mr. Matthew Kirby, as we kick off the 2026-27 school year!
Commemorating America250: A Message from Director Paul Craft
As the nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States, DoWEA Director Paul Craft shares a message highlighting the enduring principles of freedom, liberty, equality, and self-governance that continue to shape the country. In this vide...
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DoWEA Launches "From Feedback to Action" Campaign With Release of 2026 Stakeholder Survey Results
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) has launched its “From Feedback to Action” campaign with the release of its 2026 Stakeholder Feedback Survey results, highlighting what parents and students across DoWEA schools worldwide say is working well and where continued improvement is needed.
Ms. Nancy G. Brizuela
Ms. Brizuela played a key role in the success of the E3O program, where she has improved enrollment tracking systems, and helped expand educational opportunities for military-connected families.
Suicide Prevention Awareness
DoWEA is actively involved in Suicide Prevention activities and has a variety of resources available to support students in crisis.
DoWEA appoints family and stakeholder engagement officers for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast districts
Americas Director for Student Achievement Matthew Kirby has announced the appointment of Dr. Andrea Marr as Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officer for the Americas Mid-Atlantic District and Hugh McKinnon as Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officer for the Americas Southeast District.
Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officers to strengthen communication and partnerships
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) is introducing Family and Stakeholder Engagement Officers (FSEOs) across the agency.
Principal of the Year Program
The Department of War Education Activity is pleased to announce that nominations for the 2027 Principal of the Year will be accepted Aug. 24 to Sept. 18, 2026.
The DoWEA Seal of Biliteracy Award: Open for SY26-27
The Seal of Biliteracy Award program celebrates language biliteracy while directly supporting national security priorities by developing future service members fluent in languages critical to United States mission interests.
DoWEA Expands Middle School Athletic Opportunities Worldwide
The Department of War Education Activity is expanding middle school sports globally, ensuring that every DoWEA middle school student will have access to athletic opportunities beginning this winter.
| Grade | Regular Hours | Early Release Wednesdays* | 2-Hr Delay |
|---|---|---|---|
| PreK - 5 | 8:25 a.m. - 3:10 p.m. | 8:25 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. | 10:25 a.m. - 3:10 p.m. |
| Office Hours | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
8:00 a.m. Students may enter the building
8:25 a.m. Announcements and National Anthem
Students arriving after 8:25 a.m. are considered tardy and must be signed in by a parent/guardian.
*One early release day per month - see calendar.
