School Nursing Services
Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoDEA Pacific is Hiring
DoDEA Pacific is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Bob Hope Elementary School is part of Kadena AB Schools in the DoDEA Pacific South District. Bob Hope ES serves military students in PK to grade 5.
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2027 Teacher of the Year Nominations
Mr. Brent L. Cook, DoDEA's 2026 Teacher of the Year, encourages nominations for the 2027 DoDEA Teacher of the Year.
Student journalists unite at Far East Journalism
More than 105 high school journalism students representing DoDEA-Pacific schools across Japan, Okinawa, Guam, and Korea gathered at Dragon Hill Lodge in Yongsan, Seoul for the annual Far East Journalism Conference Oct. 27–30, 2025.
DoDEA Pacific announces Fall Far East Champions
DoDEA Pacific Region’s fall athletic season for the 2025-26 school year has concluded.
DoDEA Pacific students ignite scientific curiosity at SPARK
Nearly 100 DoDEA Pacific science students from Korea, Japan, and Guam came together virtually on September 25, 2025, for SPARK – a kickoff event designed to launch their journey into a months-long research project.
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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? Nominate them for Teacher 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.
Bechtel Elementary’s challenge coin tradition recognizes positive actions
In military-connected communities, challenge coins are very much a part of the culture. It’s a tradition that recognizes exceptional acts and achievements.
DoDEA announces 2026 Region Principals of the Year
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is pleased to announce its 2026 Principals of the Year for the Americas, Europe and Pacific regions.
Understanding The Blueprint for Continuous Improvement: Goal 2 - School Excellence
DoDEA’s Blueprint for Continuous Improvement recognizes that strong schools are the cornerstone of student success.
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0850 - 1505 |
0850 - 1405 |
Breakfast: 0815-0845
First Bell: 0845
Tardy Bell: 0850
Dismissal: 1525 / Early Dismissal Every Tuesday-1425
Pick-up and Drop-off
- Parents are permitted to drive cars to drop off and pick up students in the designated zones. Double parking may cause a hazardous situation and it is illegal. Cars may be ticketed.
- Parents are required to sign children out in the office when picking up children during the school day.
- If older siblings pick up children, establish a meeting place outside the building away from the flow of traffic.
Kindergarten
- Parents or the emergency contact for the student, or a sibling 12 years of age or older must drop off and pick up kindergarten students at their designated area. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- If a kindergarten student is picked up later than 2:30 twice within the school year, the students' sponsor will be notified. If the problems continues the sponsors command will be notified.
Rainy Day
In the event of rain, the office will make an announcement and students are to proceed to their classrooms.
Pedestrian Safety
Please adhere to all traffic laws and safe driving practices (i.e. speed limit of 10 km upon entering BHES grounds, no texting while driving, etc.) and to the directions of BHES staff who direct before and after school traffic.
