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Published on April 13, 2026
AVIANO, Italy – Students in the second-grade classes at Aviano Elementary school traded their pencils for spoons as they got "hands-on" with one of Italy's most famous traditions: artisan gelato.The special field trip served as the grand finale to ...
Published on March 19, 2026
Aviano Elementary School celebrated Reading Celebration Week with an unforgettable series of literacy events designed to connect students, foster community, and ignite a lifelong love of reading. One of the most impactful activities of the week was the Reading Buddies initiative, thoughtfully coordinated by the school’s Informational Specialist, Ms. Amy Herk. This special program paired students across four participating classes—the K/1 split class, 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 4th grade—creating mentorship-style reading partnerships that brought stories and students to life in meaningful ways.
Published on March 17, 2026
Aviano Elementary School recently celebrated Reading Celebration Week with a variety of activities designed to inspire a love of reading and strengthen connections between students, families, and the school community.One of the highlights of the week...
Published on March 7, 2026
In the K/1 Split Classroom, taught by the 2026 DoDEA Americas Teacher of the Year and Paraprofessional, Ms. Tatiyona Moten, the students embarked on an exciting learning journey about what it means to have a Growth Mindset—the belief that abilities can develop through effort, strategies, and perseverance. This mindset is essential not only for academic success but also for building confidence, resilience, and a love of learning.
Published on March 4, 2026
The team at Aviano Elementary School recently transformed their study of technology into a schoolwide experience that connected literacy, research, and real-world innovation.
Published on January 21, 2026
Aviano Elementary School has launched Anchored4Life, an internationally recognized leadership and character development program designed to support students through service, connection, and purposeful leadership opportunities.
Published on January 12, 2026
Students in grades 3–5 at Aviano Elementary School showcased their talents during a Winter Extravaganza Concert and Art Show held Dec. 18, highlighting student creativity through music, art, and language. The festive event brought the school community together to celebrate the season while demonstrating the results of collaborative learning across multiple subject areas.
Published on December 8, 2025
At Aviano Elementary School, the K/1 split class recently transformed science into a hands-on experience by exploring sound and vibrations through a creative kazoo-building activity. The lesson sparked curiosity and showed students how classroom learning connects to everyday life.
Published on November 24, 2025
Aviano Elementary School is proud to announce the launch of a new kindergarten/first grade (K/1) split classroom — an innovative and strategic solution designed to meet the evolving needs of its growing Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program. While split classrooms are uncommon in larger school settings due to their complexity, Aviano has embraced this model to ensure every student receives high-quality differentiated instruction.
Published on September 2, 2025
Ramstein Elementary School welcomed 120 prekindergarten students this week as part of the second year of DoDEA Europe’s phased rollout of prekindergarten. With eight classes, Ramstein now hosts the largest prekindergarten program in DoDEA Europe.
Published on April 18, 2025
Aviano Elementary School kicked off its Month of the Military Child celebrations with a proclamation ceremony honoring the strength, resilience and courage of military-connected students.
Published on March 18, 2025
DoDEA Europe is proud to celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MoMC) across 64 schools in 8 countries, shining a spotlight on the strength, resilience, and courage of military-connected children. This month, our schools are hosting a wide range of events that include clap-ins, purple shirt days, interactive activities, performances by school bands, and more — all aimed at recognizing the vital role military children play in supporting their families and communities.
Published on February 4, 2025
Dr. Jeff Arrington, Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Europe South District superintendent, announced the selection of Kimberly Turnage as the new assistant principal for Aviano Elementary School.
Published on February 3, 2025
Aviano Elementary School hosted a memorable Parent Night on Jan. 22, where educators, parents, and students came together to celebrate the school’s action plan (SAP) and the collaborative efforts driving student achievement. The event highlighted the importance of Aviano's shared goals — improving educational practices, empowering teachers, and engaging students in meaningful learning experiences.
Published on February 3, 2025
Aviano Elementary School welcomed military families for a heartwarming “Donuts with Dad” event on Jan. 10, celebrating the strong bond between fathers and their children. The event, organized to foster connections between families and the school community, was especially meaningful within the context of the tight-knit military environment.
Published on November 21, 2024
Aviano Elementary School recently held its third Fun Family Literacy Night, and it was another resounding success. More than 100 families participated in an Amazon Rainforest-themed adventure, complete with engaging literacy challenges, creativity, and teamwork.
Published on November 5, 2024
Students from Aviano Elementary School and Aviano Middle High School had a unique opportunity to interact with military working dogs.
Published on August 20, 2024
Parents and students aren’t the only ones looking forward to a new school year, staff like Areli Gibson, Aviano Elementary special education teacher’s aide, are just as excited for another year of school.
Published on June 3, 2024
The Aviano Air Force Base Legal Office hosted a special Law Day presentation for students in grades 2-5 and APPS students from Aviano Elementary School on May 20
Published on May 29, 2024
Aviano Elementary School recently hosted its much-anticipated annual event, the Spring Fling 2024, where students, teachers, and parents came together to celebrate a showcase of learning and collaboration.
Published on May 16, 2024
Aviano Elementary School in Italy transformed into an ocean of adventure and discovery during its recent Family Literacy Night event on May 13, themed "Dive into Literacy."
Published on March 18, 2024
🎉 Stay in the Loop with Aviano Elementary: Weekly Newsletter!Hey there, Amazing Parents and Guardians!Guess what? It's time for our weekly update! 📣 Take a peek at the attached newsletter packed with all the juicy details you need to stay on to...
Published on March 10, 2024
Welcome to another exciting week at Aviano Elementary! 🎉 Take a peek at our weekly newsletter for all the latest buzz, including important dates, yummy menus, Chromebook updates, and more!📅 Mark Your Calendars:March 13: Early dismissal at 11:15...
Published on March 6, 2024
Hey there Parents/Guardians,Quick favor – could you spare a moment to dive into our weekly newsletter? It's packed with all sorts of goodies like school updates, the March Breakfast/Lunch Menus, Parent Portal tips, and even some juicy details about...
Published on February 23, 2024
Hey Aviano Eagles Families!📰 It's time to dive into this week's newsletter! Check out the latest scoop, including important updates, our school calendar, and mouth-watering Breakfast/Lunch Menus. Don't miss our exciting Technology Corner on page 2...
