BLUEPRINT for Continuous Improvement
DoWEA's five-year Strategic Blueprint for Continuous Improvement to guide the organization through 2030.
Welcome to Dexter ES!
We are excited about the school year and the opportunity to continue serving our military-connected families.
Happy birthday, Navy!
The Department of the Navy was established on October 13, 1775.
School Nursing Services
Students enrolled in DoWEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoWEA Americas is Hiring
DoWEA 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 DoWEA Americas Southeast District. Dexter ES has military connected students in PK to grade 5.
School News
DoWEA Americas launches new parent feedback webpage
DoWEA Americas has launched a new webpage designed to make it easier for parents to share questions, ideas and feedback about their children’s schools.
Dexter Elementary Staff Use Football Theme to Plan School Improvements
Staff at Herbert J. Dexter Elementary School spent Sept. 4 examining student evidence and writing next-step plans in literacy, mathematics, student support, and family communication, using a football theme to keep the work practical and shared.
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, this is your go‑to source for all the amazing things happening across our campus. From classrooms to community events, The Eagle's Nest keeps you connected, informed, and inspired as we learn and lead together.
September Art Update
Welcome back to another exciting year in the Art Room! September has been filled with creativity, exploration, and learning as students settled into new routines and began developing their artistic skills. Our young artists have been working hard to express themselves through a variety of projects while practicing creativity, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. It has been wonderful seeing students excited to create and share their artwork.
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From Around DoWEA
National Principals Month
DoWEA celebrates National Principals Month in October. This celebration recognizes the contributions and impacts principals make in their schools and communities.
Bullying Prevention Month
DoWEA actively acknowledges National Bullying Prevention month in October in order to help educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention.
DoWEA expands college readiness opportunities for students
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) announced today the availability of an additional college readiness opportunity for students in grades 11–12 through the Classic Learning Test (CLT) during School Year 2026–2027.
DoWEA to implement new tools to support student growth
The Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) announced today that it will become a member of the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium beginning School Year 2026–2027.
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day, September 17
On September 17, U.S. citizens remember the blessings of liberty and are recognized for holding the responsibilities of citizenship.
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.
Regular Instructional Day (Monday- Friday)
| PreK-5th Grade | 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM |
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Early Release (2nd Tuesday of the month)
| PreK-5th Grade | 8:30 AM -2:30 PM |
*Every 2nd Tuesday will be an early release day. All other Tuesdays will be regular school hours.
Breakfast
Breakfast is from 8:00 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
All students must be in their classrooms by 8:30 to be counted present.
Students arriving to class after 8:30 are counted tardy.
Lunch
Lunch is served from 11:30 - 1:05 depending on the grade level.
Please note that no outside fast food is allowed in the cafeteria.
Regular Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Summer Office Hours (May 26th to July 31st)
Monday -Friday: 8:00am - 3:00pm
