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DoDEA Pacific is Hiring
DoDEA Pacific is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Bechtel Elementary School is located in the DoDEA Pacific South District. Bechtel ES serves military connected students in Prekindergarten (PK) to grade 5.
School News
Making Waves with STEAM: Bechtel’s Ocean Day Inspires Innovation and Collaboration
Bechtel Elementary School recently dove into an unforgettable learning adventure with Ocean STEAM Day
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.
Bechtel Elementary School Hosts Joy-Filled Trunk or Treat for Military Families
Bechtel Elementary School’s annual Trunk or Treat event drew an estimated crowd of more than 500 children and family members.
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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.
DoDEA celebrates 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholar recipients
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) is proud to announce Lila Rebecca Cypers of Rota Middle High School (DoDEA Europe South), and Baden Thomas Francis of Kadena High School (DoDEA Pacific South), have been selected as U.S. Department of Education 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars.
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.
American Education Week
From November 17-21, DoDEA joins the nation in raising awareness about the need to provide every child with a quality public education.
National School Psychology Week
During the week of November 3-7, schools throughout DoDEA celebrated National School Psychology Awareness Week to highlight the important work our school psychologists and other educators do to help all students thrive.
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SY 25 - 26 School Instructional Hours |
SY 25 - 26 Duty Day Hours |
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0850 - 1500 |
0830 - 1530 |
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Regular Hours |
Tuesday Hours |
| Breakfast Hours | 0815 - 0830 | Â |
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Classrooms Open at 0850 |
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Regular Hours |
Tuesday Hours |
| 1st - 2nd Grades | 0850 - 1455 | 0850 - 1355 |
| 3rd - 5th Grades | 0850 - 1500 | 0850 - 1400 |
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Tuesday Hours |
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| Office Hours | 0830 - 1550 | Â |
| School Hours | 0850 - 1500 | 0850 - 1400 |
- Breakfast opens at 8:15 am.Â
 - Early Release:     Â
All 2nd and 3rd grade are dismissed early every Tuesday at 1355.    Â
All 4th and 5th grade are dismissed early every Tuesday at 1400.    Â
The purpose of the Early Release time is to provide teacher training and collaboration time.
