DOWEA Lejeune High School

08/04/2026

2026-27 Free & Reduced-Price Meals

Families living on military installations may be eligible for free or reduced-price school meals for the 2026-27 school year.

Applications opened July 1 and can be submitted anytime. Prior-year benefits continue for up to 30 operating school days; after that, a new application is required.

Watch this short video for details on how to apply, income guidelines, and more: https://youtu.be/oc3gcARoJ7M

DoWEA Americas — supporting our military-connected students and families.

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08/03/2026

We’re excited to share a special message from the new DoWEA Americas Director for Student Excellence, Mr. Matthew Kirby, as we kick off the 2026-27 school year!

In the video, he outlines our focus on academic excellence, character development, and parent partnership through the DoWEA Blueprint, and reinforces the personal electronic devices policy to support focused learning.

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=anZKis-iF6g&t=10s

Here’s to a great school year for our military-connected students and families!

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07/23/2026

Looking for a career that makes a difference?

Schools across the Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) are hiring educators and school support professionals worldwide. Whether you're a teacher, educational aide, counselor, administrator, or support staff member, your skills can help shape the future of military-connected students.

Join a team dedicated to academic excellence, student success, and supporting communities around the globe.

Explore current opportunities and take the next step in your career:
https://www.dodea.edu/jobs

Know someone who would be a great fit? Share this opportunity with your network.

07/14/2026

Join us in welcoming Matthew Kirby as the new DoWEA Americas Regional Director for Student Achievement. Congratulations, and welcome to the team!

DoWEA is pleased to welcome Matthew Kirby as the new Americas Regional Director for Student Achievement.

A U.S. Naval Academy graduate, former Navy Surface Warfare Officer, educator, and founder of Liberty Classical Schools, Kirby brings a wealth of leadership experience and a deep commitment to academic excellence. In his new role, he will support more than 20,000 military-connected students and nearly 4,000 employees across 50 schools spanning seven states, Cuba, and Puerto Rico.

“Kirby’s background in military service, entrepreneurial leadership, and passion for classical learning and school choice position him well to lead the Americas region at this important time,” said DoWEA Director Paul Craft. “He sees the clear connection between excellent schools, strong military communities, and the readiness of our warfighting force.”

Please join us in welcoming Matthew Kirby to the DoWEA team as we continue our mission of preparing military-connected students for success in school, service, and life.

07/14/2026

One vision. One mission. Learn how DoWEA's updated 2026 Blueprint for Continuous Improvement is shaping student success across our schools.

07/01/2026

06/26/2026

🚨 DoWEA Americas High School Students & JROTC Cadets — This Is Your Shot! 🇺🇸🏆

The 2026 Patriot Games are here! Outstanding high school athletes ages 14–17 will represent their state or territory in high-intensity challenges testing strength, speed, agility, teamwork, resilience, and leadership.

🏆 One male and one female champion will each win a $125,000 scholarship!
✈️ Selected athletes + one chaperone get an all-expense-paid trip.
📺 The event culminates in a nationally televised primetime special in August 2026.

Military-connected families are encouraged to apply — even if overseas, you can list your home state/territory connections.
Applications are now open! Submit your info and a short video at:
https://freedom250.org/patriot-games

Tag your teammates, JROTC instructors, and friends. Spread the word and let’s get DoWEA students on the national stage!

Official website of Freedom 250

06/24/2026

🎉 Welcome Coach George Ketchum as the new head football coach at Lejeune High School!

A Navy veteran and longtime DoDEA educator, Coach Ketchum joins us from Brewster Middle School, where he served as Health & PE teacher, football coach, and athletic director. He’s focused on giving our military-connected student-athletes the opportunity to grow and develop — on and off the field.

Summer workouts are underway. Official practice begins July 29, with the first game on August 21.

Join us in welcoming Coach Ketchum to the Devilpups! 💙❤️

Read the full story from the Jacksonville Daily News:
https://www.jdnews.com/sports/new-lejeune-football-coach-ketchum-wants-to-give-players-an-opportunity-to-develop/article_1296c3b1-75e7-5f09-a5c2-d9de572c4ed1.html

George Ketchum has a passion for teaching and coaching young people – particularly children of service members.

06/17/2026

Supporting the whole student means supporting military families, too. Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) provide valuable resources and support to help students navigate life's challenges and stay focused on success. Learn more in the post below.

Military-connected students face unique challenges, from frequent moves to deployments and life transitions. Military and Family Life Counselors (MFLCs) play an important role in supporting students and families through those experiences.

At DoWEA, we value the partnerships that help our students stay , connected, and ready to learn. As we head into summer, remember that support is available for military families whenever it’s needed.

Connect with a military and family life counselor on or off installation: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/programs/military-family-life-counseling