DOWEA Kessler Elementary School

06/09/2026

Hey DoDEA Americas Students! Ready for an epic summer adventure? Second Lady Usha Vance’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge is here — and this year we’re celebrating the 250th anniversary of America’s founding with even more fun and discovery!

Here’s how to join the adventure:

Read 12 books of your choice (any genres — fiction, nonfiction, classics, or new favorites!) between June 1 and September 4.

Track your reads on the official log.

Submit it for a personalized certificate, an America 250-themed bookmark, a special prize, and a chance to win a trip to Washington, DC with a chaperone!

Every page you turn is a new journey — exploring new worlds, meeting unforgettable characters, and learning something fresh. Let’s make this the best summer of reading yet and show the nation what DoDEA readers can do!

Grab your free reading log and learn more at: wh.gov/read

Who’s in? Drop a 📖 and tell us what book you’re starting with!

This summer, as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding, we are excited to invite all children (K-8) to join in the Second Lady’s 2026 Summer Reading Challenge. Participants will read and track 12 books of their choice between June 1 and September 4. Every book counts!

06/05/2026

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05/21/2026

Congratulations to our 6th graders on their Moving Up Ceremony! 🎓 We are so proud of your journey. Remember Once an eagle, always an eagle! 🦅 Middle school, here they come! ❤️

05/21/2026

Great job to our 3rd graders on their end of the year recorder performance! 🪈🎶 So proud of their hard work! 🦅

05/21/2026

05/21/2026

Ms. Benson ❤️

05/20/2026

🏆 KESSLER ELEMENTARY MULTIPLICATION BEE CHAMPIONS! 🏆

It was a battle of the math minds today as our 3rd through 6th graders went head-to-head in the Multiplication Bee! After some intense rounds, our 5th graders came out on top with a total sweep of the awards! 🧹✨
Please join us in celebrating our winners:

🥇 1st Place: Carson Zuilkowski
🥈 2nd Place: Aubrey McDermott
🥉 3rd Place: Lucas Fox

We are so proud of all our participants for showing such great effort and sportsmanship. Way to go, Eagles! 🦅

05/20/2026

📚☀️ Summer is the perfect time to keep young minds growing—and reading! 🌟

Kessler families, don’t miss out on the exciting Summer Reading Programs offered right here in our community! 🎉
📍 Live Oak Public Library (Hinesville)-See Attachment
📍 Hays Library (Fort Stewart) 📚☀️
https://www.beanstack.com/dod

Both libraries are filled with fun, engaging activities, reading challenges, and awesome rewards that make reading an adventure all summer long. From storytimes and crafts to special events, there’s something for every young reader to enjoy! 📖✨

Encouraging your child to read over the summer helps build confidence, maintain skills, and spark imagination. Plus—it’s a fun way to stay connected as a family! 💛

🗓️ Stop by, sign up, and get started on a summer full of stories!

Let’s keep our students learning, exploring, and loving books all season long! 📚🌈