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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.

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Europe Leadership Summit

DoWEA Europe leaders set direction for upcoming school year at region’s annual summit

Published on September 3, 2026

Department of War Education Activity’s Europe regional leaders united around key priorities for a student-focused school year during the summer Leadership Summit held July 27-31 at Kaiserslautern High School on Vogelweh Military Complex.

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The DoWEA Seal of Biliteracy Award: Open for SY26-27

Published on August 18, 2026

The Seal of Biliteracy Award program celebrates language biliteracy while directly supporting national security priorities by developing future service members fluent in languages critical to United States mission interests.

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Director Paul Craft welcomes back students and families for School Year 2026/27

Published on August 10, 2026

Mr. Paul Craft welcomed back students, family, and staff to DoWEA for the 2026/27 school year.

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Ms. Collette Tate

SHAPE ES Principal

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