Welcome to Dexter ES!
We are excited about the school year and the opportunity to continue serving our military-connected families.
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Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoDEA Americas is Hiring
DoDEA Americas is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Dexter Elementary School is part of Fort Benning Schools in the DoDEA Americas Southeast District. Dexter ES has military connected students in PK to grade 5.
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Meet Ms. Reyes!
Hello! I am your newest Occupational Therapist (OT). Originally from Manila, I graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of the Philippines and later went on to complete my Post-Professional Master of Occupational Therapy degree...
The Eagle's Nest
Welcome to The Eagle’s Nest: Dexter Elementary’s monthly newsletter where our Mission and Vision take flight! Packed with soaring student highlights, staff shout-outs, and joyful learning moments, it’s your go-to spot for all things awesome happening in our nest.
Meet Dr. Kitchens!
Hello! This will be my 20th year at Fort Benning Schools and my 33rd year as an Occupational Therapist. I am excited to be here for another great adventure this school year! My husband and I have raised 3 kind and wonderful human beings. I love to do skilled crafts to make things. I am learning to knit. My family and I are bibliophiles (love and collect books), so we keep running out of space on our bookshelves. I have 2 big dogs who are always excited to see me! I love to be in the woods with the trees, birds, and wildlife. Day hikes and waterfalls are two of my favorite things. I love trying and preparing international foods.
Meet Mr. Hanchett!
My name is David Hanchett, and I’m a special education teacher who brings a wide range of life experiences into the classroom. I grew up in the Seattle area, but I bounced around a lot as a kid due to my father’s work, changing schools more often than I changed grades. That experience gave me an early understanding of how challenging school transitions can be and how important it is for students to feel supported and welcomed.
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From Around DoDEA
39 DoWEA High Schools Recognized on 2025 AP Honor Roll
The College Board announced that 39 Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) high schools have been named to the Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll.
National School Counseling Week
National School Counseling Week will be celebrated February 2-6, 2026, to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems.
DoDEA Career and Technical Education Month
DoDEA celebrates CTE Month every February as a reminder to students that Career and Technical Education programs are available to all those who want to pursue a college education; enlist in the military; or enter directly into the workforce.
DoDEA Stakeholder Feedback Survey (SFS)
DoDEA will conduct a Stakeholder Feedback Survey January 29 through March 13. Parents and students will receive notifications through their DSIS email address.
Teacher of the Year Program
Do you know a teacher who has had a positive impact on your child, your child's school, or your community? Learn about the Teacher of the Year program.
DoDEA Announces Dr. Kewanis Kennedy as 2026 Principal of the Year
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) proudly announces that Dr. Kewanis Kennedy, principal of Marshall Elementary School at Fort Campbell, KY, has been selected as the 2026 DoDEA Principal of the Year.
Two students to represent DoDEA at 2026 United States Senate Youth Program
The United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) has announced that high school students Mr. Michael Carbone and Ms. Ava Ellis will represent DoDEA during the 64th annual USSYP Washington Week, to be held March 7-14, 2026.
Southeast District Celebrates Milestone with Student-Led Conferences
This fall, schools across the DoDEA Americas Southeast District achieved a district-wide milestone by hosting two full days of Student-Engaged Conferences, empowering students from pre-kindergarten through high school to lead discussions on their academic progress and goals.
School and Office Hours
| Grade | Regular Hours | *Early Release Tuesday Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PK - 5 | 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM | 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM |
*Every 2nd Tuesday is an Early Release day, all other Tuesdays are Regular Hours.
