Principal's Corner

Welcome to SHAPE Elementary School:

The SHAPE community encompasses multiple countries, languages, and backgrounds of people from all over the world that allows for a school experience unlike any other. Students who attend SHAPE Elementary School are able to be part of a school community where students collaborate, learn, and solve problems together in such a way that they not only grow academically, but socially and globally. It is a great honor to serve the students and families at SHAPE Elementary School as principal. The faculty and staff at SHAPE Elementary School will continue to build a shared vision of excellent instruction by establishing and sustaining continuous improvement. Having intentional and meaningful relationships with our students, parents, and community stakeholders will be a priority as we partner with one another toward academic achievement for each student. I look forward to meeting each of you personally and I hope you do not hesitate to say hello if you see me at the school or in the community. I look forward to partnering with you as we educate, engage, and empower the students at SHAPE Elementary School to succeed in our dynamic world.

School News

Published on April 25, 2025
Providing a 21st century educational experience for the 25,000 children of DoD personnel stationed overseas requires creativity, innovation and a whole lot of engineering. The Department of Defense Education Activity manages the education of the children of DoD personnel all over the world. Ensuring these children continue to learn and grow involves planning, constructing and maintaining top-notch facilities. It’s also a key element of delivering on the Department of Defense’s quality of life promises for family stationed at U.S. power projection platforms overseas.
Published on March 18, 2025
DoDEA Europe is proud to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MoMC) across 64 schools in 8 countries, shining a spotlight on the strength, resilience, and courage of military-connected children. This month, our schools are hosting a wide range of events that include clap-ins, purple shirt days, interactive activities, performances by school bands, and more — all aimed at recognizing the vital role military children play in supporting their families and communitie
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