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Ansbach Elementary School is part of the Ansbach Community Schools in the DoWEA Europe East District. Ansbach ES serves students in Sure Start to grade 5.
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Ansbach Elementary School welcomes students back for new year
The halls of Ansbach Elementary School were filled with excitement, anticipation, and a few happy tears as students and families gathered for the first day of school.
DoWEA Europe leaders set direction for upcoming school year at region’s annual summit
Department of War Education Activity’s Europe regional leaders united around key priorities for a student-focused school year during the summer Leadership Summit held July 27-31 at Kaiserslautern High School on Vogelweh Military Complex.
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.
Welcome to AES 2026-2027!
As summer gives way to a new school year, there is a special energy that returns to our hallways. The classrooms are ready, the lights are on, and a new chapter is waiting to be written. Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning...
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From Around DoWEA
Remembering September 11 - Service, Sacrifice, and Our Shared Commitment
On September 11, we pause to remember a day that forever changed our nation and honor the lives lost, the families who continue to carry that loss, and the many Americans who answered the call to serve in the days and years that followed.The signific...
National Day of Service and Remembrance, September 11
DoWEA honors those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and strengthened our will as one nation and reminded us all about the power of freedom.
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.
Suicide Prevention Awareness
DoWEA is actively involved in Suicide Prevention activities and has a variety of resources available to support students in crisis.
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 | Summer Hours |
|---|---|---|
| SureStart - 5 | 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. |
| (Monday - Friday) | (Monday - Friday) |