Welcome to Shape ES!
We strive to help students collaborate, learn, and solve problems in such a way that they grow academically, and socially.
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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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SHAPE Elementary School is part of SHAPE Community Schools in the DoDEA Europe West District. SHAPE ES serves military connected students in PK to grade 5.
School News
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.
Europe's Holiday Message 2025/2026
As we enter the holiday season, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to each of you. Your dedication, support, and partnership play a vital role in helping our school communities flourish. Our students continue to show remarkable resilience, curiosity, and determination—qualities that shine brightly, especially during this special time of year, thanks to the encouragement and care they receive from families and teachers alike.
SHAPE American Elementary School Introduces SHAPE Knight Buddy Bench to Promote Kindness
Students at SHAPE American Elementary School are embracing a new symbol of kindness and connection thanks to the Student Leadership Team, Dr. Sarah Johnes, Ms. Ashley Gregal and BSA Scout Troop 325G member Madeline Hansen. Together, they brought to life the SHAPE Knight Buddy Bench, a project designed to help students feel seen, supported and included throughout the school day.
Ms. Collette Tate named Principal of Shape Elementary School
Dr. Jason Ter Horst, superintendent for the Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Europe West District, announced the selection of Ms. Collette Tate as the new principal of SHAPE Elementary School.
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From Around DoDEA
Music in Our Schools Month
DoDEA joins the National Association for Music Education and schools across the nation in celebrating Music in Our Schools Month (MIOSM) in March. The purpose of recognizing MIOSM in DoDEA is to highlight and advocate for music programs in our schools.
National Reading Month
DoDEA joins the National Education Association and schools across the nation in celebrating Read Across America on March 2nd and all year long to help motivate kids to read, bring the joys of reading to students of all ages, and make all children feel valued and welcome.
Educator of Promise
Nominations for the Educator of Promise Award will be accepted February 23 to March 20, 2026.
The Department Announces New Director of DoWEA
The Department is pleased to announce that Mr. Paul Craft will succeed Dr. Beth Schiavino-Narvaez as the Director of the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA), effective March 9, 2026.
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.
| Grade | Regular Hours | Instructional Hours | Wednesday Hours |
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| PK - 5 | 8:45 a.m. - 3:25 p.m. | 8:45 a.m. - 3:25 p.m. | 8:45 a.m. - 3:05 p.m. |
| Â | (Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri) | (Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri) | (Early Release) |
| It is the responsibility of the parents or guardians to notify the school before 10:00 a.m. every time a student is absent. |
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