Welcome to Vogelweh ES!
We strive to challenge your children intellectually, grow them socially, and guide them toward independent thinking and problem solving.
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Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoDEA Europe is Hiring
DoDEA Europe is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Vogelweh Elementary School is part of Kaiserslautern Community Schools in the DoDEA Europe Central District. Vogelweh ES serves military connected students in PK to grade 5.
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Kindness Shines Bright at Vogelweh Elementary
Vogelweh Elementary School lit up the night Jan. 23 as students gathered for the school’s annual “Light Up the Night with Kindness” Glow-in-the-Dark Dance, the culminating celebration of Kindness Month.
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.
Making Test Prep Engaging: Innovative Strategies for Fourth Grade Math
Fourth-grade students at Vogelweh Elementary School recently took part in innovative, movement-based math review activities designed to make test preparation both engaging and effective.
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From Around DoDEA
Love Teaching Week
DoDEA teachers share why they love to teach in honor of #LoveTeaching Week Feb. 14-21 — a campaign that celebrates teaching, leading, and learning in a way that unites and invigorates educators and those they inspire all around the world.
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.
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.
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 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.
Mr. Robert K. Smith
Mr. Smith's professionalism and commitment have significantly strengthened JROTC and student programs across Europe.
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.
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.
| Grade | Regular Hours | Summer Hours |
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| PK - 5 | 8:10 a.m. - 2:45 p.m. | 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. |
| (Monday - Friday) | 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | |
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