DoWEA Speaks - America 250
Amplifying our student voices and promoting global connections among military-connected students.
Welcome to Kaiserslautern HS!
Our faculty and staff are here to assist you in reaching your academic goals. We have a wonderful school where each student is valued and supported.
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Students enrolled in DoWEA Schools are required to meet immunization requirements. Questions? Please contact your school nurse.
DoWEA Europe is Hiring
DoWEA Europe is looking to fill substitute teaching and educational aide positions across the region.
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Kaiserslautern High School is part of the Kaiserslautern Community Schools Community in the DoWEA Europe Central District. Kaiserslautern HS serves students in grades 9-12.
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Commemorating America250: A Message from Director Paul Craft
As the nation commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States, DoWEA Director Paul Craft shares a message highlighting the enduring principles of freedom, liberty, equality, and self-governance that continue to shape the country. In this vide...
The 2026 Patriot Games in August Will Celebrate the Next Generation
America’s next generation of leaders, competitors, and champions will take center stage Aug. 9-11 at the 2026 Patriot Games, a national athletic competition celebrating the character, determination, and excellence that define the American spirit.
Award Recognizes Proficiency in a Second Language
The Seal of Biliteracy (SOBL) is an official recognition that students have demonstrated proficiency in English and at least one other language.
News from KHS
Dear Parents, Please see the information below for upcoming events. Back-to-School Bash is August 14: 1430-1700 at KHS First Day of School is August 17th: 0820-1500 You must have a sports physical on file at the school to participate in all conditioning/tryouts. Please note that coaches may not be checking email every day over summer and replies could be delayed. Coach Contact information is below: Cheerleading – Coach KT (Katie Torres) or Coach Ro (SherryAnn Roldan) Contact info: Katie.Torres@dodea.edu Cross Country - Coach Spitzer or Coach Swiderski Contact info – Karen.Spitzer@dodea.edu or Patricia.Swiderski@dodea.edu Football - Coach Steadman, Contact: Jason.Steadman@dodea.edu Golf - Coach Dager and Mr. Johnson, andrew.dager@dodea.edu or Matthew.Johnson@dodea.edu Tennis - Coach Allison, Matt.Allison@dodea.edu Volleyball - Coach Riker, Ashley.Riker@dodea.edu Summer Sports Activities Cheer- Cheer Conditioning in the small gym at KHS July 27-July 30 8:30-10:30 August 3-August 6 8:30-10:30 Cross Country- First Training Day Aug 10, 1530-KHS Commons Football - Conditioning Camp- June 16- Aug 11 1100-1200 Kapaun Fitness Center, Tuesday/ Thursday and July 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 30 Aug 4, 5, 6, 7 at KHS Football Field Morning session 0900-1030, afternoon session 1600-1730 Tryouts: Aug 17 Volleyball- KHS summer conditioning in the KHS large gym every Tuesday and Thursday July 7th-30th from 1000-1300 Tryouts August 17-21. Two separate camps are occurring at Wiesbaden and Ramstein ($90). Contact Coach Riker for additional details. Tennis- August 4, 5, 6, 7 - from 0900 until 1130 on the KHS Courts August 12, 13, 14 - from1530 until 1730 August 17 - 21 - Tryouts August 24 by email - Team Placement Notification Golf Tryouts will be August 17th at Woodlawn Golf Course Have an amazing summer! It has been an honor to lead our Raiders! Respectfully, Susan C. Paul, Ed.D. Principal Kaiserslautern High School
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DoWEA Revises Blueprint for Continuous Improvement
The Department of War Education Activity released its 2026 Blueprint for Continuous Improvement, outlining the next phase of its multi-year roadmap to transform its operations, advance its mission, and support military-connected students worldwide.
Congratulations Class of 2026
DoWEA congratulates graduates and salutes their extraordinary accomplishments.
Mr. Theodore J. Kaiser
Mr. Kaiser strengthened leadership accountability across the region by delivering in-person training to more than 70 senior leaders and onboarding new leadership personnel.
White House launches Summer Reading Challenge
WASHINGTON (AP) — Second Lady Usha Vance is inviting children across the country to take part in the White House’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge, a program that asks students entering kindergarten through eighth grade to read 12 books over the su...
DoWEA Shares Ambitious New Teacher Hiring Initiative
Tiffany Hoben, chief academic officer of the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA), announced an ambitious new teacher hiring initiative.
Senior War Department Leaders Visit KMC Schools, Meet with Parents, Students and Educators
Senior War Department leaders visited the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC) April 13–15, engaging directly with parents, students, educators and staff across multiple installations.
DoWEA seeks educators and aides to support military-connected students
The Department of War Education Activity has fewer than 100 openings remaining for teachers and fewer than 150 openings remaining for aides in classrooms across the U.S. and around the globe for next school year.
DoWEA recognizes 2026 Presidential AI Challenge state champions
Student and educator teams at nine Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) schools have been selected as state champions in the 2026 Presidential AI Challenge.
| Grade | School Hours | Thursdays Hours | Summer Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 - 12 | 8:20 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri) | 9:20 a.m. - 3 p.m. | |
| Office | 7 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Monday - Friday) | 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | |
| Teachers | 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (Monday - Friday) |
