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The Expanded Eligibility Enrollment Option allows off-base children the chance to attend DoDEA schools.
Welcome to Heroes ES!
Our staff care about the well-being of our students and providing a safe place to learn.Â
School Nursing Services
Students enrolled in DoDEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoDEA Americas is Hiring
DoDEA Americas is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Heroes Elementary School is part of the Camp Lejeune Schools Community in the DoDEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District. Heroes ES serves 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.
Kids Heart Challenge
Have you signed up for the Kids Heart Challenge? We need your help.
Mr. Niels Mateo Named DoDEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District Community Superintendent Puerto Rico and Cuba Community
Congratulations to Mr. Niels Mateo DoDEA Americas Mid-Atlantic District Community Superintendent Puerto Rico and Cuba Community, Effective December 28, 2025.
1st Annual Heroes Pumpkin Drop
On October 31st Heroes student participated in their first annual pumpkin drop with the help of the Camp Lejeune Fire Department to drop pumpkins from 50 feet in the air.
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From Around DoDEA
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.
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.
DoDEA Announces Dr. Kewanis Kennedy as 2026 Principal of the Year
The Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) proudly announces that Dr. Kewanis Kennedy, principal of Marshall Elementary School at Fort Campbell, KY, has been selected as the 2026 DoDEA Principal 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.
Mohan Vaswani Selected as Principal for Hampton Primary School
Mohan Vaswani Selected as Principal for Hampton Primary School effective December 28, 2025
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.
| Grade | Regular Hours | Early Release Wednesday |
|---|---|---|
| PK - 5 | 8:25 AM - 3:10 PM | 8:25 AM - 1:30 PM |
| Office Hours | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Teacher Hours | 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM | 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM |
Breakfast is available beginning at 8:00 AM. Students should begin arriving for breakfast at this time to insure they have time to eat. They are dismissed to class at 8:15 AM.
| 8:00 AM | Students may enter the building through the gym, where they will line up with their class either in the Gym or Cafeteria |
| 8:15 AM | Students are dismissed to class. Gym doors close and students will enter the building through the front entrance |
| 8:25 AM | Bell - Instructional Day Begins, National Anthem and Pledge |
| 8:25 AM | Students are counted as tardy and must be signed in by a parent/guardian. |
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