• Promotes communication and collaboration between school, military organizations, community services, students and parents.

• Provides information on the Free and Reduced Lunch Program, school enrollment, school advisory councils and local educational options.

• Advises Installation Commander on matters relating to schools and military child education

• Assists to resolve issues when they cannot be resolved through proper chain of command

• Provides transition assistance and information for families moving to the Spangdahlem area.

• Provides outbound referral information about schools and SLO contacts for your gaining installation.

  One of the strengths of the School Liaison program is connections. ALL School Liaison Offices work together to provide consistent support for families and students throughout the world. No matter where your military service takes you next, we’ll be there to help your family make a positive school transition.

There are 3 Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools at Spangdahlem.

Here is a link to the available schools at Spangdahlem:

https://www.dodea.edu/Europe/west/

*Please note that our schools are listed under the Spangdahlem Community Schools Tab

The Following documents are required to enroll students in DoDEA:

• Sponsor’s orders

• Immunization Record

• Previous school records (sealed)/address

• Birth Certificate/Passport (Kindergarten & 1^st grade)

Registration forms for DoDEA schools can be completed on-site at the school you will be registering your child at.

• four years old by September 1 to attend pre-kindergarten or Sure Start.
• five years old by September 1 to enroll in kindergarten.
• six years old by September 1 to attend first grade.

* To complete the registration process, the forms must be taken to the school registrar along with the documentation listed above

There are preschool, home school, and German school options in the Spangdahlem area. 

 If your family is interested in any of these alternative options, please contact your School Liaison Office for additional information. 

There are many opportunities to get involved at Spangdahlem. See below for just a few of the opportunities available:

The School Liaison Office sends out volunteer opportunities through the MFRC.  Go to their offices to be on their volunteer distribution list and receive opportunities to volunteer in the schools.

If civilians are interested, please contact the School Liaison Office, or the specific school you are interested in volunteering at.

The schools are always looking for substitutes. You do not need a college degree—only a high school diploma. Please apply at USAjobs.gov. Note: The pay for Spangdahlem is much higher than the generic pay listed on the substitute listing (as of 8/23 it is $146 per day). 

Some jobs in the schools such as an Educational Aid or a Library Technician are posted at USAjobs.gov.  Search: Spangdahlem for listings in the schools.

Civilians interested in becoming a teacher may apply at DoDEA.edu

The School Advisory Committees (SAC) make recommendations and advises the principal on school policy, instructional programs, resource allocation, and student services. The SAC is an important venue for parent input regarding school matters.

Installation Advisory Committee (IAC) serves as the advisory group to the DODEA District Superintendent and Installation Commander on issues concerning our schools and our children, such as school meals, transportation, safety & security, medical services, and installation policies related to dependent education.

Please note: You do not have to be a member of the SAC or IAC to participate in either meeting. Attendance is highly encouraged regardless of membership. Contact your child’s school or the SLO for more information on upcoming meeting dates.